Syllabus

Title
5061 ExInt II: Literature Seminar: Research Designs (Group 4)
Instructors
Assoz.Prof Priv.Doz.Dr. Mihaela Dimitrova
Contact details
mdimitro@wu.ac.at
Type
FS
Weekly hours
2
Language of instruction
Englisch
Registration
02/22/24 to 02/28/24
Registration via LPIS
Notes to the course
Subject(s) Master Programs
Literature Seminar: Research Designs
Dates
Day Date Time Room
Wednesday 03/06/24 01:00 PM - 04:00 PM TC.4.18
Wednesday 03/13/24 01:00 PM - 04:00 PM TC.4.18
Wednesday 03/20/24 01:00 PM - 04:00 PM TC.4.18
Wednesday 04/10/24 01:00 PM - 04:00 PM TC.4.18
Tuesday 04/16/24 02:00 PM - 04:00 PM D5.0.001
Wednesday 04/24/24 01:00 PM - 04:00 PM TC.4.18
Wednesday 05/22/24 01:00 PM - 04:00 PM TC.4.18
Wednesday 05/29/24 01:00 PM - 04:00 PM D1.1.078

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Contents

The course is designed to introduce students to academic research with a focus on helping students work on their proposals for a Master thesis. We will cover all aspects of writing a successful thesis, such as conducting literature reviews, academic writing, development of research questions, and research designs. Thematically we will discuss topics from the core subjects of the ExInt program with a particular focus on the management of employees in international SMEs. 

 

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Learning outcomes

Mastering the important basics of writing a Master thesis with a focus on:

  • Research proposal and academic writing
  • Understanding and application of various research designs (both quantitative and qualitative)
  • Critical evaluation and discussion of theoretical foundations and extant academic studies 
  • In-depth study of core topics from the ExInt Master's program with a focus on the management of employees in international SMEs
  • Ability to critically assess the strengths and weaknesses of theoretical concepts and reflect on the contribution of scientific research
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Attendance requirements

Attendance is compulsory for all units of the course. A maximum of two units may be missed in order to fulfill the attendance requirement.

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Teaching/learning method(s)

This course is highly interactive. It is designed in such a way as to maximize your learning by balancing between lecture and your involvement in discussions and exercises. It is absolutely necessary that you read all required materials in advance in order to be able to contribute to class discussion. 

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Assessment

  • Homework: 2 mini research proposals (1 page each, single-spaced) 30% (due dates: 13th March, 10th April)
  • Proposal (written): 30%
  • Proposal (presentation): 20%
  • Participation: 20%

More information on these assignments will be provided on the course website at the start of the course.

Grading key:

90-100% = 1

80-89% = 2

70-79% = 3

60 - 69% = 4

59% and below = 5

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Readings

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Recommended previous knowledge and skills

Ability to understand theoretical models and interpret research results.

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Availability of lecturer(s)

Assoc. Prof. Mihaela Dimitrova, PhD

Department of Global Business and Trade

Office: D1 3.032

I am available via e-mail all throughout the duration of this course: mdimitro@wu.ac.at

Last edited: 2024-03-06



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