James Cook University Subject Handbook - 2023

BU5950 - Research Project

Subject Description

This subject requires undertaking a substantial piece of research that involves investigating a topic of interest relevant to the discipline area of study. The research may involve developing a literature review, reporting a small study in the form of a journal article or undertaking and reporting on a research project. A public presentation of the findings is part of the assessment.

Learning Outcomes

• develop objective research skills to dissect, analyse and appraise a business research topic without bias or favour
• develop a substantial written research literature review or journal article or research project
• demonstrate enhanced research communication skills

Subject Assessment

• Written > Literature review - (50%) - Individual
• Proposal or Research Project - (50%) - Individual

Note that minor variations might occur due to the continuous subject quality improvement process, and in case of minor variation(s) in assessment details, the Subject Outline represents the latest official information.

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