Description
i. Formulate an appropriate research aim and set of objectives, in relation to a contemporary topic/issue to be researched.
ii. Demonstrate the ability to develop a theoretical framework and literature review, in relation to the chosen topic area.
iii. Demonstrate an ability to plan and design a proposed research methodology; evaluating, selecting and designing appropriate, individual data collection tools.
iv. Present a summary and critical evaluation of a proposal, considering future research
ASSIGNMENT TASK
This assignment requires you to produce a critical, extended research proposal which focuses on a contemporary topic or issue within the hospitality industry.
The proposal should include:
– An introduction (to research/research proposals).
– A proposed aim and set of objectives (no more than 4), (example: Technology ideas, Sustainability ideas, Michelin, Working hours or Brands vs Independents etc).
– An introduction (to the research topic area) and a rationale for the study; specifically focusing on the need for/purpose of your research and who/what may benefit as a result of your research.
– A critical review of the existing research/literature.
– A critical discussion around the planned methods for the research – This section should make reference to both primary and secondary methods and may consider the following five areas; overall approach, selection and design of data collection tools, sampling, planned procedures (to include ethical considerations) and data analysis techniques.
– A summary/evaluation of the proposal, with recommendations for a full research project.
– It is also recommended that you include a title page, contents page, any relevant supporting figures (such as a theoretical framework), a reference list and supporting appendices (if required). Appendices may include a literature matrix or an example research tool (copy of a questionnaire/interview/focus group questions, observation checklist etc.)
The
proposal should include:
• An introduction (to research/research proposals). Covered in the week 1 lecture Note.
• A proposed aim and set of objectives (no more than 4 Covered in the week 3 lecture Note. (example: Technology ideas, Sustainability ideas, Michelin, Working hours or Brands vs Independents etc).
• A topic introduction and rationale Covered in the week 3 lecture Note.
• A critical review of the existing research/literature Covered in the week 4 lecture Note.
• A critical discussion around the planned methods for the research Covered in weeks 5, 6 and 7 Lecture Note.
• A summary/evaluation of the proposal, with recommendations for a full research project Covered in this week 8 Lecture Note session.
