Business Research Thesis
Overview
This unit aims to provide the opportunity to conduct a practical research based study in business that will require the application of many skills and concepts gained throughout the course. The student will identify the topic, review existing literature, set the research questions, define the methodology, collect and analyse the data, as well as write up the final report. This unit is the capstone to a research specialisation and results in a thesis, which demonstrates the skills and knowledge to prepare students for higher degree research projects or to conduct independent research projects.
Requisites
100 credit points from a Masters degree
01-June-2025
02-November-2025
Learning outcomes
Students who successfully complete this unit will be able to:
- Apply advanced knowledge of the relevant discipline to identify and conduct supervised independent research in an appropriate area of interest to the relevant business field
- Critically evaluate the literature relevant to the selected area of interest
- Apply advanced knowledge of research skills and concepts gained through previous studies to develop solutions to research problems
- Apply knowledge of research principles and methods to plan and execute a piece of research with some independence as preparation for research higher degrees
- Demonstrate professionalism, ethical conduct and integrity and a deep awareness of professional practices and contribute to applied managerial and organisational knowledge
Teaching methods
Hawthorn
| Type | Hours per week | Number of weeks | Total (number of hours) |
|---|---|---|---|
| Face to Face Contact (Phasing out) Lecture | 3.00 | 12 weeks | 36 |
| Unspecified Learning Activities (Phasing out) Independent Learning | 22.00 | 12 weeks | 264 |
| TOTAL | 300 |
Assessment
| Type | Task | Weighting | ULO's |
|---|---|---|---|
| Final Thesis | Individual | 100% | 1,2,3,4,5 |
Content
- Under the supervision of an academic member of staff the student will identify a research topic relevant to the chosen business field and research, assemble and present a significant and original thesis
- Through the supervision process the unit will support the students to develop and demonstrate in context, skills associated with literature search; conceptual model building; analysis as evidence report writing; and sustained engagement with a business issue
Study resources
Reading materials
A list of reading materials and/or required textbooks will be available in the Unit Outline on Canvas.