Philosophy of Science and Research Methods
Syllabus, Master's level, 2FE991
- Code
- 2FE991
- Education cycle
- Second cycle
- Main field(s) of study and in-depth level
- Business Studies A1N
- Grading system
- Pass with distinction (VG), Pass (G), Fail (U)
- Finalised by
- The Board of the Department of Business Studies, 13 March 2013
- Responsible department
- Department of Business Studies
General provisions
Master programme course- track Master in Sustainable Management
Entry requirements
A Bachelor's degree equivalent to a Swedish degree of at least 180 credits with at least 90 credits in business studies. Proficiency in English. This is normally attested by means of an internationally recognised test such as TOEFL or IELTS.
Learning outcomes
Having completed the course, students are expected to be able to:
• Show an in-depth knowledge of methodology in business administration
• Be able to design and conduct an empirical/field study
• Understand the heterogeneity of research methods (such as focus groups, interviews, observation, surveys) and analyse different business research methods on the object of study
• Plan their own field research within the overall topic of the programme.
Content
The course introduces fundamental philosophical discussions within social science and treats key concepts in business and management research methods. The course gives students an in-depth knowledge of methods in business administration and prepare the students to conduct qualified field research. The course is based on lectures and seminars by active researchers. Students will get hands-on experience through individual and group tasks of conducting and writing research.
Instruction
The course consists of compulsory seminars, lectures and tutoring. The language of instruction is English
Assessment
Your performance in the course will be evaluated on the basis on individual as well as group assignments. Class participation will be taken into account (the course grades are Pass with distinction (VG), Pass (G) or Fail (U))
Uppsala University takes cheating and plagiarism seriously, and disciplinary action will be taken against any student suspected of being involved in any sort of cheating and/or plagiarism. The disciplinary action takes the form of warnings and limited suspensions.
NOTE: Only completed courses can count toward a degree.