LEARNING OUTCOMES
Upon completion of the course, students will gain an understanding of major qualitative research methods and methodology and will be able to carry out empirical qualitative research.
Credits: 6
Schedule: 04.09.2023 - 12.10.2023
Teacher in charge (valid for whole curriculum period):
Teacher in charge (applies in this implementation): Ilona Mikkonen
Contact information for the course (applies in this implementation):
CEFR level (valid for whole curriculum period):
Language of instruction and studies (applies in this implementation):
Teaching language: English. Languages of study attainment: English
CONTENT, ASSESSMENT AND WORKLOAD
Content
valid for whole curriculum period:
The course introduces students to qualitative methods in business research. The course introduces the student to the following topics:
- Epistemological and ontological underpinnings of qualitative research
- Collection and analysis of appropriate qualitative empirical data
- Practical use of different research methods
- Evaluation criteria for qualitative research
- Construction of a research plan
Assessment Methods and Criteria
valid for whole curriculum period:
Active participation in class discussion can earn students extra credits. Absenteeism from any compulsory sessions reduces points and lowers the final grade.
Workload
valid for whole curriculum period:
6 credits, 160 hours:
- Lectures (compulsory) (24 hours)
- Independent learning and course assignments (136 hours)
DETAILS
Substitutes for Courses
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Prerequisites
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FURTHER INFORMATION
Further Information
valid for whole curriculum period:
Attendance at lectures compulsory. If the student fails to meet this requirement (at least 80% of lectures attended), points will be deducted from the student's final grade. He or she can also be removed from the course for repeated absenteeism.
Teaching Language : English
Teaching Period : 2022-2023 Autumn I
2022-2023 Spring III
2023-2024 Autumn I
2023-2024 Spring IIIEnrollment :
The number of students admitted to the course is restricted to 60. Priority is given to Aalto students studying in MSc Program of Marketing.