Arab International University Faculty of Business Administration Research Methods

WRITING A RESEARCH PROPOSAL

Lectures 7 & 8
Dr. Ali Bassam Mahmoud, PhD (Marketing), PhD (HRM) elguitarrista@live.com https://www.facebook.com/ali.elguitarrista
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Overview
You need to produce a document that outlines your proposed research topic and program of research. Quality rather than quantity is the key to a good proposal (as a guide we are looking for 1000-2000 words). One of the major reasons why applications for postgraduate research are rejected is that the research proposal is not strong enough. Writing a research proposal takes time and should not be rushed.
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Overview
A typical proposal might comprise the following elements: 1. Title 2. Introduction and objective 3. Literature Review 4. Hypotheses or Questions 5. Research Method 6. References

Research Methods - Dr. Ali B. Mahmoud, PhD

1- Title
Title: A clear and succinct description of your research The influence of culture on accountants application of financial reporting rules.

Research Methods - Dr. Ali B. Mahmoud, PhD

2- Introduction and Objectives

A brief explanation of what you propose to research, why the research is of value? and how you propose to go about it.

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3- Literature Review
A thorough examination of key, recent contributions in research periodicals relating to the area of research in question. You should use the literature review to identify gaps in, or problems with, existing research to justify why further or new research is required.

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4- Hypotheses or Questions
Greek accountants are less likely to disclose the existence of contingent liabilities and contingent assets than U.S. accountants. Mentor support is positively related to the number of managerial promotions received. Males will have more favorable attitude toward internet advertising than females.
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5- Research Method
A description of your choice of methodology, including details of methods of data collection and analysis. A time schedule showing key activities would be useful.

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6- References
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Research Methods - Dr. Ali B. Mahmoud, PhD