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MLI26C693 - Research Methods in International Business, Lecture, 25.11.2024-13.12.2024

Please note! Course description is confirmed for two academic years, which means that in general, e.g. Learning outcomes, assessment methods and key content stays unchanged. However, via course syllabus, it is possible to specify or change the course execution in each realization of the course, such as how the contact sessions are organized, assessment methods weighted or materials used.

LEARNING OUTCOMES

Learning outcomes for this course, upon successful completion, include the ability to: 1) understand the different types of behavioral research methods used in business environments, 2) apply basic quantitative and qualitative research methods to business examples, 3) state a research problem and define research objectives, 4) understand and use data analysis methods, 5) understand and use computer assisted data analysis, and 6) practice the proper reporting of research results.

Credits: 6

Schedule: 25.11.2024 - 13.12.2024

Teacher in charge (valid for whole curriculum period):

Teacher in charge (applies in this implementation): Joan Lofgren, Schmuck

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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:

    This course examines the nature of selected qualitative and quantitative research methods related to the field of international business. Topics focus on different types of research, the conceptualization of research, the interface between qualitative and quantitative research methods, primary and secondary sources, data collection methods, and data analysis methods. Also emphasized are computer applications to perform rigorous data analysis.

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FURTHER INFORMATION

Further Information

  • valid for whole curriculum period:

    Teaching Language: English

    Teaching Period: 2024-2025 Module 4
    2024-2025 Module 5
    2025-2026 Module 4
    2025-2026 Module 5

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    The course is targeted only for the Mikkeli Campus students.

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