L7-06: Research Methods for Managers
Design rigorous management research—methodology, ethics, analysis, and evidence for MBA-level dissertation work.
What is L7-06 — Research Methods for Managers?
The L7-06 Research Methods for Managers unit develops the scholarly and practical research skills required for Level 7 dissertations and evidence-based executive decision-making.
Learners design research proposals, select appropriate qualitative and quantitative methods, and apply ethical standards throughout inquiry.
This capstone-skills module underpins academic progression to master’s degrees and professional consultancy assignments.
Core Strategic Value
- •Methodology Design: Match research questions to valid methods and samples.
- •Data Integrity: Apply ethics, validity, and reliability standards rigorously.
- •Analytical Skill: Interpret findings for management and academic audiences.
What You Will Study
This unit develops practical, industry-aligned competencies across 4 core learning modules:
1. Research Philosophy & Design
Compare positivist, interpretivist, and pragmatist approaches
Formulate research questions, aims, and objectives
Develop conceptual frameworks and literature review strategies
Critically appraise published management research quality
2. Qualitative & Quantitative Methods
Design interviews, focus groups, and case study protocols
Apply surveys, experiments, and secondary data analysis
Use statistical and thematic analysis tools appropriately
Assess sampling, bias, and generalisability limitations
3. Ethics, Access & Project Management
Navigate informed consent, anonymity, and data protection
Secure organisational access and manage researcher positionality
Plan timelines, resources, and risk mitigation for fieldwork
Maintain research logs and reflexive practice documentation
4. Dissertation Proposal & Pilot Study
Produce a formal research proposal with methodology justification
Conduct pilot testing and refine instruments or protocols
Present feasibility and contribution to theory and practice
Prepare ethical approval submissions where required
Structure & Parameters
Assessment Policies & Logistics
Submission Windows
Internal and external assessment deadlines follow Pearson BTEC session calendars. Confirm key dates with ICT Business School at enrollment.
Academic Integrity
All coursework and exam submissions must meet Pearson authenticity standards. Plagiarism checks and verification apply to every unit.
Learner Support
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