Student Research Manual

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AMA Education System

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 ACKNOWLEDGEMENT

Immeasurable appreciation and deepest gratitude for the

help and support are extended to the following persons who have
contributed to making this Student Research Manual 2020 possible:

Dr. Amable R. Aguiluz V, Chairman of AMAES, for the support

on the success of the creation of the whole policy manual;

Dr. Emelin M. Magada, Vice-President, Head for

Academic Affairs of AMAES, for her guidance, for sharing her
expertise, untiring support and immeasurable knowledge for the
success of the whole policy manual;

The Head for Academic Compliance and Accreditation

of AMAES, for his guidance, suggestions, support and for all his
boundless knowledge and wisdom on this policy manual;

The Research Director of AMA University, for her expertise,

knowledge on the Final Draft of AMAES Research Manual that
greatly helped in the improvement of the policy manual;

The Deans of AMA University, for their valuable comments,

suggestions, insights and support of the whole policy manual;

The Academic Affairs Department, Research and

Publication Unit Personnel of AMAES, for the efforts, all the
assistance, wisdom, suggestions and support that greatly helped
in the improvement of the writing policy manual;

Above all, the Father God, Lord Jesus, and Holy Spirit, for
the source of all wisdom, guidance, strength, immeasurable
blessings and instruction, for Him this became possible.

The Research and Publication Unit

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 Table of Contents

I. INTRODUCTION 7

II. ENGAGING STUDENTS TO CONDUCT RESEARCH 7

III. VISION 8

IV. MISSION 8

V. PROGRAM GOALS 9

VI. RESEARCH AGENDA 10

A. Computer Studies 11

B. Engineering 11

C. Business Administration and Accountancy 11

D. General Education 12

E. Humanities and Social Sciences 12

VII. EXPECTED RESEARCH OUTPUT PER PROGRAM 12

VIII. GUIDELINES FOR STUDENT RESEARCHES 13

RULES FOR UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH WRITING 13

RESEARCH MANDATE FOR THE SCHOOL OF GRADUATE

STUDIES 14

IX. PAPER PROPOSAL 15

X. DEFENSE PROCESS 15
 Graduate Programs 15

Undergraduate Programs 16

XI. PARTS OF A RESEARCH MANUSCRIPT PER PROGRAM

OUTPUT 16

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 1. Manuscript for Master of Business Administration /
Doctor of Business Administration / MA in Computer

Education 16

2. Manuscript for Arts, Humanities, Social Science

and Education 18

3. Manuscript for Bachelor of Science in Information

Technology (CMO 25 S. 2015) 20

4. Manuscript for BS Computer Science, MS Computer

Science, Masters in Information Technology and Doctor
in Information Technology by Software
development (CMO 25 S. 2015) 22

5. Manuscript for Engineering Research (BS

Electronics Engineering, BS Computer Engineering, BS
Industrial Engineering) 25

6. Manuscript for Engineering Research (BS Industrial

Engineering) 26

7. Manuscript for Business Studies (Feasibility Study) 29

8. Manuscript for Business Studies (Case Study) ....... 3

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9. Manuscript for Business Studies (Business 3
Plan) ..... 5
XII. The IMRaD Format – Main Sections of a
Scientific
Paper ......................................................................... 3
........ 9
XIII. MANUSCRIPT 4
PREPARATION .......................................... 0
1. Paper 4
Specification ................................................... 0
2. Font Type and 4
Size ..................................................... 0
3. Pagination................................................................. 4
... 1
4. Spacing of 4
text ............................................................ 1
5. Text alignment and Paragraph 4
Indentation ......... 2
6. Margin ....................................................................... 4
.... 2
4
 Tables and Figures 4
labeling ...................................... 2
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XIV. BINDING SPECIFICATIONS AND SUBMISSION OF
MANUSCRIPTS................................................................... 4
4
XV. RESEARCH WRITING 4
CONVENTION .............................. 5
1 Language .............................................................. 4
. ...... 5
2 Numbers ................................................................. 4
. ...... 5
3 Units of 4
. Measure ......................................................... 5
4 Direct 4
. Quotations ....................................................... 6
5 Footnotes ............................................................... 4
. ...... 6
6 Grammatical 4
. Tenses .................................................. 7
XVI. 4
PLAGIARISM...................................................................... 7
XVII.PROCEDURES ON ORAL 4
DEFENSE................................. 8
1 Proposal 4
. Presentation ................................................ 8
2 Pre-oral 4
. Defense ......................................................... 9
3 Final Oral 4
. Defense ...................................................... 9
XVI XVIII. POST-FINAL DEFENSE 5
II. PROCESS ....................... 0
XIX. MEMBERS OF FINAL ORAL DEFENSE 5
PANEL ................. 0
 Function of the Panel on Oral 5
Examination ................... 2
XX. CRITERIA FOR RESEARCH 5
ADVISER ............................... 2
XXI. DUTIES OF A RESEARCH 5
ADVISER.................................. 3
XXII.DUTIES OF THE SUBJECT 5
INSTRUCTOR............................ 3
XXII GRADING 5
I. SYSTEM ....................................................... 4
XXIV. ACADEMIC HONESTY AND 5
INTEGRITY..................... 6
Violations .......................................................................... 5
.... 7
Procedure in Resolving Violations of Academic
Honesty 5
Policy ..................................................................... 8
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 Penalties for Violation of Academic Honesty Policy 60

Sanction for violations against Academic Honesty and

Plagiarism 62

XXV. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY (IP) POLICY 62

A. Purpose 63

B. Coverage 64

C. Definition of Terms 64

D. Ownership of Intellectual Properties 65

E. Commercial Venture 66

F. Profit Sharing 67

G. Responsible Units/Departments 67

H. Penalties 68

I. Amendments 68

XXVI. References 69

APPENDIX A: APA Citation 6th Edition

APPENDIX B: IEEE Citation Style
APPENDIX C: Thesis Adviser Acceptance Form
APPENDIX D: Research Topic Proposal Form

APPENDIX E: Research Consultation Form

APPENDIX F: Research Progress Monitoring Form
APPENDIX G: Thesis Oral Defense Application Form
APPENDIX H: Score Sheet in Final Oral Defense
APPENDIX I: Certificate of Final Version
APPENDIX J: Title Page Format
APPENDIX K: Approval Sheet
APPENDIX L: Spine Format

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I. INTRODUCTION

In recognition of research's integral role in an

educational institution, AMAES consistently gears toward
the improvement of the institution's research productivity,
evidenced by its strong support to encourage and allow
the members of the academe - faculty and students - to
produce scholarly output in and out of AMA.

At AMA, the contribution of students to the research-

effort is considered essential for the development of
research-oriented and research-centered institution.
Original and innovative research study that makes
significant contribution in knowledge building is
continuously recognized.

Thus, to continue its principle, this Policy Manual on

Research Writing is developed to assist the students in
writing research project –thesis, design project, capstone,
dissertation, business plan, feasibility and case study – for
the fulfillment of their academic requirements. It provides
student with research guidelines and procedures for ready
reference.

The information embodies in this manual institutionalizes

the academic research approach and procedures across
different disciplines at AMA. Through this, academic
research is ensured to adhere to the private and
government accreditation standards.

II. ENGAGING STUDENTS TO CONDUCT RESEARCH

In a learning-centered environment, research and

inquiry are inextricably linked together. This is where a
discovery-driven attitude of students is built away from just
a passive repository of transmitted information from the
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professors. This is where research becomes an integral part
of every student’s academic life.

Student conducts research as part of the curriculum, in

response to an academic assignment and/or response to a
call for possible publication or conference presentation.
Despite disciplinary differences, scholarly or academic
standard, every student is expected to conduct research from
time to time. Within this realm, a community of scholars is built
fused by an academic endeavor to contribute in building of
knowledge (or academic knowledge).

By engaging in research, students could develop

analytical and critical thinking and their writing skills could
be trained. These are the skills that are essential to every
professional individual in and out of the academe, and
more in the industry.

III. VISION

AMA Education System envisions being a global

leading center of research on Computer Science and
Information Technology, while being among the leading
research centers on engineering, business administration,
and accountancy. The institution will help translate
academic knowledge into workable tools for success and
development in the private and public sector.

IV. MISSION

It is the mission of AMA Education System to generate,

synthesize, and transmit knowledge for and about
engineering and information technology resulting in quality
learning. It serves as a catalyst in assisting scholars,
educators, and practitioner to develop research, teaching,
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and leadership capabilities in school and non-school
settings.

The different brands and colleges under the AMA

Education System umbrella are charged with the
development of high-end, research-oriented faculty and
students, encouraging creative endeavors and
intellectualism, recognizing research talents of the highest
distinction by providing incentives for scholarly
achievements.

V. PROGRAM GOALS

In line with the AMA Education System’s vision and

mission, the following objectives will be pursued:

1. To promote and support new and innovative

applied and developmental researches in the fields
of General Education, Humanities and Social
Sciences, Information Technology, Engineering,
Business Administration and Accountancy;

2. To disseminate research outputs through

publications and presentation in national and
international conferences, seminars, symposia or
fora;

3. To establish and maintain linkages – partnership

and collaborations – with leading educational
institutions, government, industry and other
related organization in strengthening its research
efforts; and

4. To continuously nurture and enhance the growth

and development of research across AMAES.
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VI. RESEARCH AGENDA

AMA Education System’s research agenda is aligned

with the research policies, directions, priorities, and thrusts
set by the National Higher Education Research Agenda
(NHERA):

1. Research is the ultimate expression of an

individual’s innovative and creative powers. The
higher education sector shall ensure that the
academic environment nurtures and supports
Filipino research talents.

2. Research thrives in an environment characterized by

free flow of information, honest, and, analytical
exchange of ideas, and supportive policy and
administrative structures. Higher education policies
shall enhance Institution’s and the individual’s
capacity to conduct independent, collaborative
and productive research.

3. Research is one of the main functions of the

higher education sector. Universities in particular,
are expected to lead in the conduct of discipline-
based, policy-oriented, technology-directed and
innovative/creative researches that are locally
responsive and globally competitive.

In line with these research principles, CHED identified

priority research areas such as family and community
transitions, education, disaster, ICT and social change,
energy, health and food security. AMAES, on the other
hand, aligns its research priorities in the following areas:

 Enabling Research Areas

 Applied and Multi-disciplinary

 Technology or Theory Discovered and Developed

 Economic and Social Benefits

 Environmental Engineering

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  Food and Security

Priority research areas include, but are not limited, to

the following:

A. Computer Studies

1. Cloud Computing
2. Cybersecurity
3. Database and Data Management
4. Data Mining & Analytics
5. Computer Graphics

6. Computer Architecture
7. Artificial Intelligence Technology
8. System and Software Development
9. Networking
10. Mobile Computing

B. Engineering

1. Mechatronics
2. Robotics
3. MPU-Based Research
4. Socio-Economic Computer Engineering
5. Wireless Technology (WT)

C. Business Administration and Accountancy

1. Benchmarking Business Technology Innovation

2. Computer Modeling of Economic Trends
3. E-Commerce
4. Green Business Model and System

5. Industrial Accounting
6. Interactive E-Learning
7. Managing Technology and Innovation
8. Risk Management

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 D. General Education

1. Assessment/Evaluation of Teaching Resource

Materials

2. Computer Assisted Instruction/ Computer

Assisted Learning (CAI/CAL)

3. E-Learning and Distance Education

4. Education Technology

E. Humanities and Social Sciences

1. Applications and Impact of ICT in Society

2. Innovation Culture

3. Social Impacts of E-learning

4. Technology and Sustainable Society

VII. EXPECTED RESEARCH OUTPUT PER PROGRAM

Research is part of the Bachelor, Master, and Doctor’s

Curricula. This is linked together in response to an
academic assignment and in conducting major research
project - thesis, design project, capstone, dissertation,
business plan, feasibility and case study. This is a
requirement for the completion of an undergraduate and
graduate degree program:

Program Type of
Research
Output
Bachelor of Science in Computer Science CS Thesis
Writing
1&2
Bachelor of Science in Information Systems IS Capstone
 Project 1 & 2
Bachelor of Science in Management Information Capstone
Systems
Bachelor of Science in Information Technology IT Capstone
Project 1 & 2

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 IE Design
Project
Bachelor of Science in Industrial Engineering
1&2
Bachelor of Science in Computer Engineering CpE Design
Project 1 & 2
Bachelor of Science in Electronics Engineering ECE Design
Project 1 & 2
Bachelor of Science in Business Administration Thesis 1 & 2
Case Study
Business Plan
Bachelor of Science in Accountancy Feasibility Study
Case Study
Business Plan
Bachelor of Science in Hospitality Management Research
Case Study
Business Plan
Bachelor of Science in Tourism Management Research
Case Study
Business Plan
Bachelor of Arts in Political Science Thesis Writing 1
&
2
Bachelor of Science in Secondary Education Thesis
Bachelor of Science in Elementary Education Thesis
Bachelor of Arts in English Thesis
Bachelor of Arts in Psychology Research 1 & 2
Bachelor of Arts in Mass Communication Thesis 1 & 2
Bachelor of Arts in Economics Thesis 1 & 2
Master of Arts in Computer Education Thesis
Master of Information Technology MIT Capstone
Project
Master of Science in Computer Science Thesis Writing
Master of Business Administration Thesis
Doctor of Business Administration Dissertation
Doctor of Information Technology DIT Dissertation

VIII. GUIDELINES FOR STUDENT RESEARCHES

RULES FOR UNDERGRADUATE RESEARCH WRITING

1. When a student reaches senior standing, he/she

becomes eligible to enroll in Thesis A.

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 2. Only upon successful completion of Thesis A (or
NFE remark has been removed) will the student
be allowed to enroll in Thesis B.

3. Student(s) work hand-in-hand with the thesis

adviser for the completion and finalization of
his/her approved capstone/thesis/design project.

4. Students from the same college may form a

group of at most three (3) members to conduct
one specific research.

5. Change of topic and group members will not be

allowed once research proposal was submitted,
defended and approved.

6. Multi-disciplinary research or design projects will

be subjected for approval of the University
Research Office.

7. For meritorious cases such a size and coverage of

the project, the number of group members
maybe increased to at most five (5) students. A
letter of appeal on the number of group
members, stating reasons for said appeal must be
prepared. The Director of Research shall approve
the letter of appeal.

RESEARCH MANDATE FOR THE SCHOOL OF GRADUATE

STUDIES

All Graduate students enrolled in their respective terminal

subjects are required to either present their research findings in
a national or international forum or publish their scholarly
paper in a high-impact journal be it in a local or international
setting. The institution’s requirement shall be one (1)
presentation/publication for students who are enrolled in the
Master’s degree program and two (2)
presentation/publication for students enrolled in the
Doctorate program as part of the dissertation requirement.

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IX. PAPER PROPOSAL

For undergraduate thesis, the student may defend

his/her thesis proposal during the trimester/semester when
thesis course was enrolled. For graduate thesis/dissertation,
the student may defend his/her research proposal during
the trimester/semester or academic year following the
completion of coursework and upon successful
comprehensive examination.

Program Chapter to be presented

Graduate Programs Chapters 1, 2 and 3
Undergraduate Programs
Thesis
Capstone Chapters 1, 2 and 3
Design Project
Feasibility Study
Case Study Not applicable for Paper
Proposal
Business Plan Profile of the Business
Profile of the Specific Market
Marketing Plan

X DEFENSE PROCESS
.
Graduate Programs

Defense Process Course Offering

I Proposal Presentation Methods of Research
.
II. Pre-Oral Defense Thesis A / Dissertation A
III. Final Oral Defense Thesis B / Dissertation B
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Undergraduate Programs

Defense Process Course Offering

I Proposal Presentation Methods of Research
.
II. Pre-Oral Defense Thesis A / Design Project
1/
Feasibility Study 1
III. Final Oral Defense Thesis B / Design Project
2/
Feasibility Study 2
X PARTS OF A RESEARCH MANUSCRIPT PER
I PROGRAM
.
OUTPUT

1. Manuscript for Master of Business Administration /

Doctor of Business Administration / MA in
Computer Education

Preliminaries Copyright Page

Title Page
Certification and Approval Sheet
Certification of Originality
Acknowledgements

Abstract
Table of Contents

List of Tables
List of Figures

Chapter 1 THE PROBLEM AND ITS BACKGROUND

Introduction

Background of the Study

Theoretical Framework
Conceptual Framework
Objectives of the Study
Hypothesis (if any)

Scope and Limitations of the Study

Significance of the Study

Definition of Terms

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Chapter 2 REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURE AND
STUDIES
Foreign Literature
Local Literature
Foreign Studies
Local Studies
Synthesis and Relevance of the
Reviewed Literature
and Studies
Chapter 3 RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
Method of Research
Population, Sample Size, and Sampling
Technique
Description of Respondents
Research Instrument
Data Gathering Procedure
Statistical Treatment of Data
Chapter 4 PRESENTATION, ANALYSIS, AND
INTERPRETATION OF DATA
(Only the main topics per objective shall
appear as headings. The number of
subheadings shall be consistent with the
number of sub-objectives posed in
Chapter 1)
Chapter 5 SUMMARY, CONCLUSIONS, AND
RECOMMENDATIONS
Summary of Findings
Conclusions
Recommendations
References This is a list of works cited, as well as
works
consulted but not cited (example,
background reading not necessarily
cited) in the construction of the research
paper. The list of references is numbered
and arranged alphabetically. For format
on the writing of references, the APA
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 (American Psychological Association)
style of documentation shall be followed.

Appendices Questionnaire (with cover letter) Request

letter indicating receipt and approval
by proper authority to conduct survey

Documents, memoranda, data/figures (if

any)

Sample statistical computations or

printouts (if quantitative design)
Certification of Proofreading

Curriculum Vitae

2. Manuscript for Arts, Humanities, Social Science

and Education

Preliminarie Copyright Page

s
Title Page
Certification and Approval Sheet
Acknowledgements
Abstract
 Table of Contents
List of Tables
List of Figures
Chapter 1 THE PROBLEM AND ITS BACKGROUND
Introduction
Background of the Study
Theoretical Framework
Conceptual Framework
Statement of the Problem/Objectives of
the Study
Scope and Limitations of the Study
Significance of the Study
Definition of Terms
Chapter 2 REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURE AND
STUDIES
Foreign Literature
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Local Literature
Foreign Studies
Local Studies
Synthesis and Relevance of the
 Reviewed Literature

and Studies

Chapter 3 RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

Method of Research
Population, Sample Size, and Sampling

Technique
Description of Respondents
Research Instrument
Data Gathering Procedure
Statistical Treatment of Data

Chapter 4 PRESENTATION, ANALYSIS, AND

INTERPRETATION OF DATA

(Only the main topics per objective shall

appear as headings. The number of
subheadings shall be consistent with the
number of sub-problems/sub-objectives
posed in Chapter 1)

Chapter 5 SUMMARY, CONCLUSIONS, AND

RECOMMENDATIONS

Summary of Findings
Conclusions
Recommendations

References Use APA Citation Style 6th Edition

Appendices Questionnaire (with cover letter) Request

letter indicating receipt and approval
by proper authority to conduct survey
Documents, memoranda, data/figures (if
any)

Sample statistical computations or

printouts (if quantitative design)
Certification of Proofreading

Curriculum Vitae

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3. Manuscript for Bachelor of Science in Information
Technology (CMO 25 S. 2015)

Preliminaries Title Page

Approval Sheet
Acknowledgements
Abstract
Table of Contents
List of Tables
List of Figures
List of Appendices
List of Abbreviations and Symbols
(Optional)
Definition of Terms
Chapter 1 PROJECT AND ITS BACKGROUND
Project Context
Purpose and Description
Objective of the Study
Significance of the Study
Scope and Limitation
Chapter 2 RELATED LITERATURE
Foreign Literature
Local Literature
Foreign Studies
Local Studies
Synthesis
Technical Background
Chapter 3 METHODOLOGY RESULTS AND
DISCUSSION
Software Design, Products and/or
Processes
System Architecture
Conceptual Design
Cost Benefit Analysis
Requirement Analysis
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 System Architecture/System Flow

Block Diagrams
Development and Testing
Input and Output Reports and
Analysis
Description of the Prototype
Implementation Plan
Implementation Results (optional)
Chapter 4 RECOMMENDATIONS
This chapter includes a summary of
the main findings of the study. It also
presents the significance of the study,
and relates findings to the objectives
and problems written in the
introduction part of the study.
Recommendation/s must be stated
in
this chapter. This part usually directs
the reader to conduct further
research on some specific areas
related to the study.
References This is a list of works cited, as well as
works consulted but not cited
(example, background reading not
necessarily cited) in the construction
of the research paper. The list of
references is numbered and
arranged
alphabetically. For format on the
writing of references, the IEEE
(Institute
of Electrical and Electronics
Engineers)
 style of documentation shall be
followed.
Appendices An appendix or appendices, if any,
should be after the bibliography.
Appendices include original data,
preliminary tests, tabulations, tables
that contain data of lesser
importance, very lengthy quotations,
forms and documents, computer
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 printouts and other pertinent
documents. Appendices should be
arranged chronologically as they are
cited in the main text. Use capital
letters of the English alphabet to
track appendices, and always begin

with the letter A.

4. Manuscript for BS Computer Science, MS Computer

Science, Masters in Information Technology and
Doctor in Information Technology by Software
development (CMO 25 S. 2015)

Preliminaries Title Page

Approval Sheet
Acknowledgements
Abstract
Table of Contents
List of Tables
List of Figures
List of Appendices
List of Abbreviations and Symbols
(Optional)
Definition of Terms
Chapter 1 INTRODUCTION
Project Context
Purpose and Description
Objective of the Study
Significance of the Study
Scope and Limitation
Chapter 2 RELATED LITERATURE
Foreign Literature
Local Literature
Foreign Studies
Local Studies
Synthesis
Technical Background
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 RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

Chapter 3
 (Below is suggested outline)
Software Design

Conceptual Design
Cost Benefit Analysis
Application Requirement
System Architecture/System Flow
Block Diagrams or Visual
Representation
Input and Output Reports and
Analysis
Multiple Constraints
Algorithm Use
Note: This outline may vary
depending
on the subtopics based on the flow
of
the discussion.

Chapter 4 RESULTS AND DISCUSSION

This chapter presents the data
gathered and the information
obtained from them. Results and
analyses in the form of figures, tables,
graphs and text are found in this
chapter. The discussion part is a
presentation of the principles,
relationship and generalization
evidenced by the results. If
applicable, the results need to be
compared and interpreted with
previously published works.
Implications as well as possible
practical applications must be
mentioned.
Chapter 5 CONCLUSIONS AND
RECOMMENDATIONS
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This chapter includes a summary of
the main findings of the thesis, and
states the deduction/s obtained. It
also presents the significance of the
 study, and relates findings to the
objectives and problems written in
the introduction part of the thesis.
Recommendation/s must be stated in
this chapter. This part usually directs
the reader to conduct further
research on some specific areas
related to the thesis topic.

References This is a list of works cited, as well as

works consulted but not cited
(example, background reading not
necessarily cited) in the construction
of the research paper. The list of
references is numbered and arranged
alphabetically. For format on the
writing of references, the IEEE (Institute
of Electrical and Electronics
Engineers) style of documentation
shall be followed.

Appendices An appendix or appendices, if any,

should be after the bibliography.
Appendices include original data,

preliminary tests, tabulations, tables

that contain data of lesser
importance, very lengthy quotations,
forms and documents, computer
printouts and other pertinent
documents. Appendices should be

arranged chronologically as they are

cited in the main text. Use capital
letters of the English alphabet to track
appendices, and always begin with
the letter A.
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5. Manuscript for Engineering Research (BS
Electronics Engineering, BS Computer Engineering,
BS Industrial Engineering)

Preliminaries Cover Page

Approval Letter
Abstract
Table Of Contents
Acknowledgement
List Of Tables
List Of Figures
List Of Abbreviations

Chapter 1 THE PROBLEM AND ITS BACKGROUND

Introduction
Problem Statement
Objective of the Study
Scope and Delimitations
Significance of the Study
Chapter 2 REVIEW OF RELATED LITERATURE AND
STUDIES
Foreign Literature
Local Literature
Foreign Studies
Local Studies
Synthesis and Relevance of the
Reviewed Literature
and Studies
Conceptual Framework
Chapter 3 RESEARCH METHODOLOGY
Project Development Model
Project Design
Operation Flow of the Proposed
System
Description and Specifications of
Materials Used
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 Project Development

Testing Methods
Evaluation
Process
Evaluation Criteria
Instruments And Techniques
Used
Analysis of Data Gathering
Methodology
Chapter 4 PRESENTATION, ANALYSIS, AND
INTERPRETATION OF DATA
(Only the main topics per objective
shall appear as headings. The
number
of subheadings shall be consistent
with
the number of sub-objectives posed
in
Chapter 1)
Chapter 5 SUMMARY, CONCLUSIONS, AND
RECOMMENDATIONS
Summary of Findings
Conclusions
Recommendatio
ns
References (Use IEEE
Citation)
Appendices Questionnaire (with cover letter) -
optional
Request letter indicating receipt and
approval by proper authority to
conduct survey
Documents, memoranda,
 data/figures (if
any)
Sample source code (if any)
Certification of Proofreading
Curriculum Vitae

6. Manuscript for Engineering Research (BS

Industrial Engineering)

Preliminaries Cover Page

Approval Letter
Acknowledgement
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 Executive Summary

Table Of Contents
List Of Tables
List Of Figures
List Of Abbreviations

Chapter 1 PROJECT BACKGROUND

Introduction
Project Proponents
Proposed Name of the Business
Company Vision and Mission
Type of Business Organization
Location of Head and Factory Office
Chapter 2 MANAGEMENT AND PERSONNEL
FEASIBILITY
Management Proposal
Organizational Chart
Job Description and Specification
Personnel Benefits
Management Style
General Company Policies
Administrative Forms
Chapter 3 MARKETING FEASIBILITY
Marketing Description
Annual Past Demand
Annual Projected Demand
Market Share Analysis
Projected Sales
Marketing Strategy
Place Strategy
Pricing Strategy
Promotion Strategy
Website
 SWOR Analysis
Systems and Form Design
Chapter 4 PRODUCTION FEASIBILITY
Product Description
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 Product Parts and Dimension

Product Specification
Product Structure
Bill of Materials
Outline Process Chart
Process Flow Chart
Time and Motion Supply
Alternative Process
Materials Handling Design
Technological Assistance
Project Site
Project Layout
Plant Size and Production Schedule
Floor Plan
Space Requirement
Machineries and Equipment
Furniture and Fixtures
Auxiliary
Man Power Requirements
Utilities
Waste Disposal Method
Total Production Cost
Chapter 5 FINANCING FEASIBILITY
Total Project Cost
Sources of Financing Project
Cost of Goods Sold Statement
Major Assumption
Income Statement
Balance Sheet
Cash Flow Statement
Financial Analysis
Break Even Point Analysis
Return of Investment
 Pay Back Period
Chapter 6 SOCIO-ECONOMIC FEASIBILITY
Beneficiaries
Benefits of Workers
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 Government

Chapter 7 PROJECT IMPLEMENTATION AND TIME

TABLE
Gantt Chart
Assignment of
Activities
Chapter 8 CONCLUSION
Total Project Cost
Sources of Financing Project
Cost of Goods Sold Statement
References (Use IEEE Citation)
Appendices Questionnaire (with cover letter) -
optional
Request letter indicating receipt and
approval by proper authority to
conduct survey
Documents, memorand
a,
data/figures (if any)
Sample source code (if any)
Certification of Proofreading
Curriculum Vitae

7. Manuscript for Business Studies (Feasibility Study)

Preliminaries Cover Page

Approval Letter
Abstract
Table Of Contents
Acknowledgement
List Of Tables
List Of Figures
List Of Abbreviations
Note: Pagination of preliminaries shall

be in lowercase Roman numerals

placed at the bottom center of the
page.
Executive Summary
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 Should contain the following:

a. Name of applicant
b Business
. name
c Location
.
d. Brief description of the project
e. Highlights of major
assumptions
and summary of findings and
conclusio regarding th
ns e
following:
− Market feasibility
− Social or Economic desirability
− Technical
feasibility
− Financial feasibility
Chapter 1 PROJECT BACKGROUND AND HISTORY
Name and address of project
promot
er
Project orientation: market or
raw
material
oriented
Market orientation: domestic or
export
Economic and industrial
policies
supporting the project
Chapter 2 ECONOMIC
FEASIBILITY
A. Demand and market
− The estimated existing size and
capacities o t industry
f h
e
(specifying market leaders), its
p growth th estimate
as , e d
t
future growth (specifying
major
programs of development),
the
local dispersal of industry, it’s
major problems and
prospects,
general quality of
goods.
− Pa impo and their future
st rts
trends, volume and
prices;
− The role of the industry in the
national an th
economy d e
national policies, priorities and
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 targets related or assigned to

the industry;
− The approximate present size of
deman it’s past growt
d, h,
major determina an
nts d
indicat
ors
B Sales forecast and
. marketing
− Anticipated competition for the
project fro existin an
m g d
potenti loca an foreig
al l d n
producers and supplies;
− Localization of
market(s);
− Sales
program;
− Estimat annu sal
ed al es
revenu fro produ an
es m cts d
by-products (local/foreign);
− Estimated annual costs of sales
promotion and
marketing
Chapter 3 TECHNICAL
FEASIBILITY
A. Production
Program
 − Produc
ts
− By-products
− Wastes (estimated annual cost
of waste-disposal)
B Plant Capacity
.
− Feasible normal plant capacity
− Quantitative
relationship
between sales, plant capacity
and material inputs
C. Material Inputs
− Raw materials
− Processed industrial materials
− Components
− Auxiliary materials
− Factory
Supplies
− Utilities, especially
power
D Project
. Engineering
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− Scope of Project

− Technology(ies) and
 equipment
- Technologies and
processes that can be
adopted, given in
relation
to capacity size;
- Rough estimate of costs of
local and foreign
technology;
- Rough layout of proposed
equipment (major
components)
- Production equipment
- Auxiliary equipment
- Service equipment
- Spare parts, wear and
tear parts, tools
− Civil Engineering works
- Rough layout of civil
engineering works,
arrangement of
buildings,
short description of
construction materials to
be used:
- Site preparation and
development
- Building and special civil
works
- Outdoor works
− Rough estimate of investment
cost of civil engineering works
(local/foreign), classified as
above
Chapter 4 MANAGEMENT

Organizational Layout
 Production

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− Sales
 − Administration
− Management
Chapter 5 MANPOWE
R
Estimated manpower requirements,
broken down into labor and staff,
and into major categories of skills
(local/foreign)
Estimated annual manpower costs,
classified as above, including
overheads on wages and salaries.

Chapter 6 FINANCIAL FEASIBILITY

Total Investment Costs
− Rough estimate of working
capital requirements
− Estimated fixed assets
− Total investment costs
− Financial Projection
- Projected Income Statement
- Projected Balance Sheet
Statement
- Projected Cash Flow
Statement
- Production Cost (summary
of estimated production
costs. Classified by fixed
and variable costs);
Estimated expense/cost
- Factory
- Administrative

 Proposed capital structure

and proposed financing
(local/foreign)
 Interest

Financial Evaluation

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 − Pay-off period

− Simple rate of return

− Break-even point
− Internal rate of return
Chapter 7 SOCIAL DESIRABILITY
Preliminary Tests
Approximate cost-benefit analysis
Economic Industrial Diversification
Estimate of employment-creation
effect
Estimate of foreign exchange savings
Taxes
References (Use APA 6th Edition)
Appendices Questionnaire (with cover letter)
Request letter indicating receipt and
approval by proper authority to
conduct survey
Documents, memoranda,
data/figures (if any)
Sample source code (if any)
Certification of Proofreading
Curriculum Vitae

8. Manuscript for Business Studies (Case Study)

Preliminaries Cover Page

Approval Letter
Table Of Contents
Acknowledgement
List Of Tables
List Of Figures
List Of Abbreviations
Note: Pagination of preliminaries shall
be in lowercase Roman numerals
placed at the bottom center of the
page.
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 Executive Summary

Introduction Current Situation Analysis and

pertinent Background including a
synopsis of the relevant information
from the case analysis tool short form.
Body May include:
- Target Market Identification
- Market Needs
- Analysis of Case
- Key Issues/Goals
- Recommendations
Should include:
- Decision Criteria
- Assumptions
- Data Analysis (analysis in appendix
and summary info in body)
- Preferred Alternative with
rationale.
- Justification/Predicted Outcome:
References (Use APA Citation 6th Edition)
Appendices Questionnaire (with cover letter)
Request letter indicating receipt and
approval by proper authority to
conduct survey
Documents, memoranda,
data/figures (if any)
Sample source code (if any)
Certification of Proofreading
Curriculum Vitae

9. Manuscript for Business Studies (Business Plan)

I. Cover Sheet
A Business Information
.
B Business paragraph
.
C Amount of Capital required
.
D Name(s) of persons referring the
.
proponent to the investor
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 Table of Contents

II.
III. Executive Summary
Nature and Objectives of Business
A Its Mission
.
B Unique selling advantage
.
C. Projections for the future (sales and
profits)
D. The needs (capital and other
resources
E. Procedures and timetable for
repaying investors
F. Amount of capital being requested
IV. The Context of Business
A Growth potential
.
B New products and developments
.
C Economic Trends
.
D Industry outlook and trends
.
V. Profile of the Business
A Nature of the company’s business
.
B History of the business
.
C Evidence on Economic Trends
.
D Organization detail of the business
.
E Factors that influence the business
.
F Research and Development Patterns
.
-Nature of test-marketing procedure
- Achieved results
- Product development
-Legal control of process and/or
product
G. Relevant Contracts and Agreements
H. Company Operational Procedures
− For ventures involving manufacturing a
product
- Physical space requirements
- Machinery and equipment
- Raw materials
- Inventory and supplies
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 - Personnel requirements

- Capital estimates
− For ventures involving selling or retailing
- Physical space requirements
- Purchasing procedures and plans
- Inventory system
- Staff and equipment
- Training
- Credentials
VI. Profile of the Specific Market
A. Product/Service consumers
B. Geographical Scope of the Market
C. Target Market Growth potential
D. Company’s ability to satisfy the ,market
demands
E. How a business plan will enable the
proponent to attract new customers
while keeping the customers it has.

VII. Anticipated Challenges and Planned

Responses
A. Competitors
- Major competitors
- Strong points and weaknesses
- Company’s edge (Unique selling
advantage)
- How the competition will try to
block the company and how will it
respond.
B. Weak Areas of the Company
- Obsolescence factors
- Cheaper products on the horizon
- Cyclical trends in the marketplace
- Possible economic downturn in the
future
- Turnover of key employees
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 - Seasonality of products and

services
- Benefit packages to employees
C. Legal Factors
- License agreement
- Restrictions and regulations under
which one must operate
- Future changes in legal or
governmental policies
- Governmental agencies that one
needs to apply to.
D Protection Issues
.
- Patents, copyrights, trademarks and
other protection
- Assurance on business secrecy
E Key man contingencies
.
- Depth of management team
- Management procedures to assure
continuity of leadership
- Plans for responding to the loss of
any important personnel
F Staffing
.
- Personnel needs
- Policies on minority issues
- Policies on temporary versus
permanent staff
- Policies on racism, or prejudices
VIII. Marketing Plan
A Marketing Strategy
.
B Reasons for this Strategies
.
C Pricing Note
.
D Timetable
.
E Marketing Budget
.
F Guarantee Policies
.
G Presentation and Packaging
.
H Professional Resources
.
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 I. Market response to the campaign

monitored
J. How will one approach against
another be tested
K Advertising and promotional intentions
.
L Media
.
IX. Financial Projections
A. Profit and Loss Statement
B. Statement of Financial Position
C. Cash Flow Statement
X. Implementation Schedule
XI. Statement of Resource Needs
XII Appendix
.
Footnotes from text
Supporting documents
Articles, clippings, special report
Biographies
Graphs and charts
Copies of contracts and agreements
Glossary of Items
References: lenders, investors or other
bankers, suppliers, trade creditors, etc.
XII. The IMRaD Format – Main Sections of a Scientific

Pap
er

“IMRaD” format refers to a paper that is structured by

four main sections: Introduction, Methods, Results, and
Discussion. This format is often used for lab reports as well as
for reporting any planned, systematic research in the social
sciences, natural sciences, or engineering and computer
sciences.

Title What the paper is about? Should give a

general idea about the paper.

Authors Names and affiliations of authors

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 A stand alone, short narrative of the
entire
Abstract
paper.
Keywords Words other than those in the title that
best
describes the paper
Introductio Why this paper? The problem, what is not
n
known, the objective of the study, related
literatures, and the paper’s contribution
to
knowledge.
Methods How was the study conducted.
Results What are the findings of the study.
Discussion Interpretation of results
Conclusio A conclusion does not introduce new
n
ideas; instead, it should clarify the intent
and importance of the paper. It can also
suggest possible future research on the
topic.
Reference (Use APA citation or depending to the
s
type of format to be used)

XIII. MANUSCRIPT PREPARATION

1. Paper Specification

- Use white letter-size paper (8 ½ x 11 in).

- Orientation should be in a portrait style.
 - Texts and figures are placed on only one side of the
paper.

- The other side should be left blank.

2. Font Type and Size

- AMAES uses American Psychological Association

(APA) 6th edition (for non-technological programs
like Business, Arts, Humanities and Social Sciences
and Education, and Institute of Electrical and

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 Electronics Engineers (IEEE, for technological
programs like the DIT, MIT, MSCS, BSIT, BSCS, BSECE,
BSCpE, BSIE) style of writing and its official font type
and size varies from what style is using. IEEE uses
Times New Roman with a size of 10pts and APA 6 th
Edition uses Arial with a size of 12 pts. (Please see
Appendices A and B)

3. Pagination

- Pages should be numbered consecutively

throughout the research paper, including pages of
figures, tables, appendices and bibliography.

- Page 1 begins with the first page of the first chapter.

- Preliminary pages preceding the first chapter are

numbered using small Roman Numerals (i, ii, iii, etc).
The title page should not be numbered although it
is counted as page i.

- Page numbers are placed at the center of the

bottom of each page.

4. Spacing of text

- The body of the research paper should be typed

double-spaced. The following, however, should be
single-spaced:

- abstract
- footnotes
- quotations longer than three lines

- references and bibliography (except between

entries)
- headings or subheadings

- multi-line captions of tables, figures, illustrations,

etc.

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5. Text alignment and Paragraph Indentation

- The text should be justified while keeping the first

line of every paragraph indented.

6. Margin

- For the first page of any chapter, the left, top and
bottom margins should be 40mm wide.

- For the rest of the pages, the left margin should be

40mm and the top and bottom margins should be
25mm.

- The right margin is 25mm for all pages. Make sure

text is always justified on both sides. Use a five-
space indention for every paragraph.

- Margin specifications are meant to facilitate

binding and trimming. All information (text
headings, footnotes, illustrations, etc), including
page numbers must be within the text area.

7. Tables and Figures labeling

- Type above every table its number and title.

- Type the table number at the center and triple-

spaced from the last line of the immediately
preceding paragraph.

- Type the title of the table at the center, title case,

and double–space from the table number, and
triple-spaced to the table.
- Type triple–spaced from the last line of the
immediately preceding paragraph its figure
number and title.

- Type the title of the figure flush left, title case, and
single–space immediately after the figure number.

- The numbering of tables and figures shall be

continuous.

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 - If the title is long, align to the first word of the title the

rest of the title.

Table 1

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Traditional Electronic
Feature Whiteboard Touchscreen LED Whiteboard
Eraser
Price cheapest most expensive relatively
expensive
Writing tool marker electronic marker
software
Erasing tool manual eraser electronically motorized eraser
Automated? No Yes Yes
Needs power? No Yes Uses power
supply
Saves time? No Somewhat Yes
With timer? No Depends on Yes
model

- Use the landscape page layout for large tables.

- If the table is still too large to fit a single page,

reduce the Arial font to a minimum of 8 points.

- If the table does not fit the page even after the font-
size reduction, continue the rest of its part to the next
page, but the cut part shall bear the subtitle,
‘Continuation’flush with the left margin (e.g.,

Continuation of Table 14). The cut part/s shall also

show the column headings and the legend (if any)
like those in the first part of the table.

- Put two or more small tables or figures on a single

page if the page is big enough to accommodate
them all.
- Have small tables and figures appear on the same
page along with the text; however, leave three
spaces between every table/figure and the texts
above and below it.

- The width of the table shall be dependent on the

length of its title.

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 Figure1. Components of Eco-Waste Processing Center

XIV. BINDING SPECIFICATIONS AND SUBMISSION OF

MANUSCRIPTS

After the student/s successfully defended the thesis,

integrated all recommendations and revisions, obtained all
necessary signatures the manuscript must be photocopied
and hard bounded.

Students must obtain at least five (5) hardbound copies

of their approved thesis: Copy for library, respective
college, research office, adviser’s copy, personal copy.

The following should be lettered in gold from the head

to the foot of the thesis spine, using a 24-point font: (1)
proponent/s; (2) degree for which the work is submitted; (3)
research title; and (4) year of submission.

The following particulars should be provided on the

thesis cover, using 18-point gold block font: title of thesis;
proponent/s; degree; name of school; and year of
submission. The layout of the cover is very similar to that of
the title page.

Following should be the cover color of the bound thesis:

College of Arts and Sciences - Maroon

College of Business Studies - Midnight
Blue
College of Computer Studies - Royal Blue
College of Engineering - Dark
 Green
School of Graduate Studies - Black
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CD Label. For master thesis, dissertation, capstone project
and design project, the CD case cover follows the format
of the Title Page on the hardbound copy.

XV. RESEARCH WRITING CONVENTION

1. Language

- The official language to be used in writing a

research paper is American English.

- Use only objective, expository English. Idioms, slang,

subjective words and phrases, metaphors and
undefined acronyms are not acceptable.

- All sentences must be complete with acceptable

grammar and correct spelling.

2. Numbers

- Spell out all numbers less than ten unless they are
attached to units of measurement (e.g. 5kg, 10ml).

- Use figures for 10 or numbers more than 10.

- If a sentence begins with a number, write the

number in words even if it is more than 10.

- If a series of figures is to be used, use numerals

regardless of the value.

Example: In the room were 4 chairs, 12 boxes, 13

books, 10 files, 9 umbrellas and 8 pairs of shoes. The
number of computer units bought during the last
five years was 8, 53, 27, 38, 52 and 9.

3. Units of Measure
- Whenever applicable, use SI units of

measurement. 45
 - Always use internationally recognized abbreviations
for units of measure, and do not put a period after
them. For example: 20 milliliters (20ml); 2.5 hectares
(2.5ha); 3.7 metric ton (3.7mt) 80 kilometers per hour
(80kph).

4. Direct Quotations

- Quotations must be copied accurately, word for

word, and they must be placed in quotation marks
unless they have been formally set off from the rest
of the text.

- Parenthetical citation must follow each direct

quote. The page number where the quote appears
is included, in case the quote is lifted from a book.
Otherwise, follow APA standards.

- Direct quotations must be minimized at all costs,

except in some fields such as literature. Extensive
use of direct quotations can be quite irritating for
the reader.

- Students must learn to synthesize and paraphrase

concepts in their own words and style.

5. Footnotes

- Footnotes should be used sparingly regardless of

the field of study. However, it is recommended that
citations be used instead of footnotes. Extensive
footnoting tends to distract the reader from the
main argument of the text.

- In cases where footnotes are necessary, the

indicators used are superscript. The numbering of
footnotes should begin with 1 and must be
continuous throughout the whole text.

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6. Grammatical Tenses

- As a rule of thumb, use the past tense when referring

to previously published work and the present tense
when referring to present results of the study.
- In a thesis, it is normal to go back and forth
between present and past tenses. Most of the
abstract should be in the past tense because the
results from the discussion are being described.

XVI. PLAGIARISM

AMAES uses a proper detection anti-plagiarism system to

scan work for evidence of plagiarism. This system has
access to many sources worldwide (journals, books,
articles, magazines, websites etc.). The software helps scan
documents of any type for plagiarism using cutting-edge
technology to identify and highlight similarities with other
documents in the database; giving the access on
Research Adviser to check for plagiarism of the student’s
research output before submission.

1. Before a student or group of students is allowed to

schedule for final oral presentation, he/she/they
must submit the final draft of his/her/their
document to the advisor.

2. The advisor uploads the documents into the

plagiarism software.

3. For thesis, capstone, design project attachment

similarity index should not exceed 20%.
4. Only a student or group of students who meets
the prescribed threshold is allowed to schedule
his/her/their oral presentation.

5. The anti-plagiarism report as mentioned in 1-4

should be part of the cited reports as appendix.

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 6. Any violation for research ethics and conduct will
subject a researcher to the AMAES penalties.

XVII. PROCEDURES ON ORAL DEFENSE

1. Proposal Presentation

a. The draft thesis proposal must be submitted to

the adviser at least a month before the
scheduled title proposal presentation.

b. With the subject advisers’ recommendation,

he/she must ask permission from the Dean,
formally requesting the schedule of title
proposal defense.

c. Once approved, the subject adviser confers

with the student about the possible schedule of
the title proposal defense.

d. The draft title proposal must be submitted to the

panel members two (2) weeks before the
scheduled proposal defense

e. On the day of the title defense, the following

must be observed:

f. The subject adviser, panelists and students are

expected to strictly observe the scheduled time
and day of the defense.

g. The students must discuss or present their

proposed title/s within the allotted period. Thus,
multimedia device needed for the presentation
 must be properly arranged and coordinated to
ensure its availability on the scheduled defense.

h. The panelist will determine if the proposed title

passed or needed necessary revision.

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2. Pre-oral Defense

a. Upon the completion of Chapter 1, 2 and 3 of the

paper and the endorsement of the adviser and
the subject adviser, the student shall proceed with
the Pre-oral Defense. During this stage, the
completed research shall be presented for
evaluation by the panel members.

b. Three (3) copies of thesis or five (4) copies of

dissertation shall be submitted to the concerned
office at least seven (7) days before the
scheduled defense.

3. Final Oral Defense

a. After complying with the pre-oral

recommendations, and upon the endorsement
of the adviser to the Program Chair as
approved by the Dean, the student shall now
proceed with the Oral Defense.

b. Proof of payment of defense fee shall be

submitted to the Dean two (2) weeks before the
scheduled defense.

c. Three (3) copies of thesis, and five (5) copies of

dissertation shall be submitted to the subject
adviser at least seven (7) days before the Final
Oral Defense schedule. These copies shall be
distributed to the members of the panel, the
technical adviser and the Dean.
d. The members of the panel shall submit their final
evaluation of the thesis/dissertation with their
comments/recommendations.

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XVIII. XVIII. POST-FINAL DEFENSE PROCESS

After a student successfully defended his/her final project, a

certification of final version of capstone/thesis/dissertation
shall be prepared along with the following requirements:

1. Hardbound copy of manuscript

2. Electronic submission saved in CD-ROM (includes

the following: Journal article, code, exe files, user
manual, CV and manuscript)

3. Journal Article (only for graduate students)

4. Anti-Plagiarism Test Result not more that 20%

similarity index

5. Certificate of Proofread

6. Curriculum Vitae

XIX. MEMBERS OF FINAL ORAL DEFENSE PANEL

For undergraduate thesis, every defense session must

have three (3) panelists with one sitting as Chair of the
defense panel. The Dean identifies and designates the
composition of the defense panel. Outside panel are not
allowed to sit as Chair.

For graduate thesis/dissertation, every defense session

must have four (4) panelists, three (3) of the composition
came from the academe, and one (1) of which came
from the industry or vice versa with one sitting as Chair of
the defense panel. The Dean identifies and designates the
composition of the defense panel. Invited outside panel
are not allowed to sit as Chair.
 Aside from academic and/or teaching personnel, a
non-academic employee and/or non- teaching personnel
of the branch and Head Office shall be allowed to sit as

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defense panelist provided he/she meets the requirement
to become a panel member in terms of educational
background, discipline, and expertise.

Each of the panel member from the academic community

must:

1. Have expertise on the thesis topic to be defended.

2. Hold an appropriate Master's Degree or an

appropriate Doctorate Degree in the field of
specialization of the student.

3. Must have established track record to do and

evaluate research.

Each of the panel member from the industry must:

1. Have expertise on the thesis topic to be defended.

2. Must have relevant industry experience on the

thesis topic.

3. Must have established track record to do and

evaluate research.

For undergraduate/graduate thesis and dissertation, Deans

and Academic administrators can serve as panel members
provided that:

1. They have expertise in the thesis to be presented;

2. Schedule of the defense is beyond office hours; and,

3. Their participation is approved by their respective

immediate superior
 A panel member is allowed to be part of the oral
defense in at most five (5) research defense in any set
schedule. This will ensure that the panelist will be able to
thoroughly read and study a thesis/dissertation and tactful
comments and recommendations will be given. Any
paneling beyond five titles will be paid only the honorarium
equivalent to the maximum number of researches.

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Function of the Panel on Oral Examination

The members of the Panel on Oral Examination are

expected to evaluate the ability of the research candidate
to present the summary of his paper and to answer
questions relevant to his research. In general, the members
are expected to find out the breadth and depth of
knowledge of the examinee regarding his research project.
Specifically, they are expected to probe on:

1. The justification behind the choice of the problem,

objectives, and methodologies used (data-
collection procedure, sampling procedure,
data/statistical analysis procedure);

2. The relationship between aspects of related

literature and studies and the research project
under examination;

3. Whether specific objectives are answered in the

findings and conclusions;

4. Whether findings are within the scope of the

problem;

5. Whether analyses, implications, and conclusions are

done objectively in an in-depth and logical manner;
6. Whether recommendations are drawn from findings
and conclusions;

7. Whether the form and the writing style follow the

prescribed format of AMA University; and

8. Whether the research contributes to the testing and

building of theories or knowledge in the discipline.

XX. CRITERIA FOR RESEARCH ADVISER

1. The Research Adviser must be a full-time faculty
member of AMAES except for the graduate studies.

2. Adviser from other academic institutions is not

allowed.

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 3. He/she must have an expertise on the respective
area of study with proven record to conduct
research.

4. He/she must hold a Master’s degree or higher

appropriate in the student’s field of specialization.

5. The adviser must ensure that all research topics are

in line with the research trust of discipline and must
show potential and social relevance within their
locality.

6. Research Adviser can only handle at most five (5)

advisees in any given trimester/semester.

XXI. DUTIES OF A RESEARCH ADVISER

1. Develops and approves the research paper topic

or project proposal.

2. Provides guidance during the writing process.

3. Reads and comments on the whole of the final draft

of the thesis, provided that this is presented within a
reasonable and agreed timeframe, and ensuring that
the research student is aware that the thesis must
comply with all relevant regulations, including those
on word length, format, and binding

4. Provide the Prelim and Midterm grades of the advisee

based from the progress of the manuscript.
5. Collect and endorses the score sheets to the
subject adviser for consolidation.

XXII. DUTIES OF THE SUBJECT INSTRUCTOR

1. Manages the research course offering.

2. Monitors the progress of the student’s research

through regular formal supervisory meetings and
ensuring that the research student keeps an
agreed record of these meetings.

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 3. Collects students’ research manuscript and
distribute to panel members seven (7) days before
the defense date.

4. Provides the student a summary of the

recommendations to serve as guide in making
revisions for the final copy which is a graduation
requirement.

5. Secures defense schedule from the Office of the

Dean.

6. Consolidates and encodes final grade of the

student.

XXIII. GRADING SYSTEM

Grade Range Grade Point Grade Descriptive Rating

Input
96 – 100 1.00 A+ Excellent
91–95 1.25 A Very Good
86–90 1.50 A- Very Good
81–85 1.75 B+ Good
75–80 2.00 B Good
69–74 2.25 B- Good
63–68 2.50 C+ Fair
57–62 2.75 C Fair
50-56 3.00 C- Fair
Below 50 5.00 F Failed
IC IC Incomplete
IP IP In Progress

1. For Master’s Thesis and Doctoral Dissertation, the

panel shall evaluate the research paper
according to the following criteria:
Rating Criteria Weig
ht
FINAL PAPER (60%)

Originality/Inventiveness/Scientific Impact 40%

Quality of Manuscript 20%

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 ORAL PRESENTATION (40%)
Quality of Presentation 20
%
Ability to Defend Thesis/Dissertation 20
%
Total 100
%

2. For undergraduate design project, the panel shall

evaluate the project according to the following
criteria:

Rating Criteria Wei

ght
FINAL PAPER (30%)

Originality/Inventiveness 15%
Quality of thesis manuscript 15%
PROTOTYPE (35%)

Conceptual & Logical Design 20%

Workability & Application 15%
ORAL PRESENTATION

Quality of thesis presentation 20%

Ability to defend thesis 15%
Total 100%

3. For undergraduate thesis/feasibility and case

study/business plan, panel shall evaluate the
project according to the criteria below:

Rating Criteria Weig

ht
FINAL PAPER (60%)
 Originality/Inventiveness/Scientific Impact 40%
Quality of Manuscript 20%

ORAL PRESENTATION (40%)

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 Quality of Presentation
Ability to Defend Thesis/Dissertation 20
%
Total 20
%
100
%

4. For capstone project, panel shall evaluate

according to the following criteria:

Rating Criteria Wei

ght
FINAL PAPER GRADE (30%)

Originality/Inventiveness/Scientific Impact 15%

Quality of Manuscript 15%
PROTOTYPE/SOFTWARE GRADE (35%)

Conceptual & Logical Design 20%

Workability & Application 15%
ORAL PRESENTATION (35%)

Quality of Presentation
Ability to Defend Thesis/Dissertation 20%
Total 15%
100%

XXIV. ACADEMIC HONESTY AND INTEGRITY

AMA Education System upholds academic honesty

and integrity at all times. This means that all academic
works are products of an identified individual or individuals.
Ethical conduct is the obligation of every member of the
university, and breaches of academic integrity constitute
serious offenses. Faculty members must observe academic
honesty and integrity in the university and set these values
among the students.

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Violations

Academic integrity/honesty is violated by any

dishonest act which is committed in an academic context
including but not restricted to:

A. Cheating – the fraudulent or dishonest presentation of

work or presentation of others’ work as one’s own.

Fabrication falsification or invention of any information

or citation in an academic exercise, listing sources that
were not used in the academic exercise, reporting of
statistical analyses, tests, or other studies never
performed; manipulating or altering data or other
manifestations of research to achieve a desired result;
selective reporting, including the deliberate suppression
of conflicting or unwanted data;

B. Plagiarism – the act of taking the words, ideas, data,

illustrations or statements of another person or source
and presenting them as one’s own such as to:

1. Submitting another author’s published or

unpublished work, in whole, in part, or in
paraphrase, as one’s own work, without fully and
properly crediting the other author with footnotes,
citations or other bibliographical reference.

2. Submitting as one’s own original work any material,

including data, tables, graphs, charts, or other
visual material obtained from any source, without
acknowledgement and citation of the source.

3. Submitting as one’s own original work material

produced through unacknowledged collaboration
with others.
C. Collusion – assistance or an attempt to assist another
student in an act of academic dishonesty. This can
include, but is not limited to:

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 1. Doing work for another student;

2. Designing or producing a project for another

student;

3. Altering outcome results.

D. Inappropriate Proxy – is the misrepresentation of one’s

own or another’s identity for research and academic
purposes.

Procedure in Resolving Violations of Academic Honesty

Policy

Alleged violations of the academic honesty policy will be

resolved following the procedure outlined below:

1. Faculty member(s) or member of any branch under the

AMA Education System must report within 10 working
days from the date of the discovery any allegation of
academic dishonesty to the dean of the college where
the alleged violation occurred. The report should be
supported by appropriate documentation.

2. The dean of the college where the alleged violation

occurred shall notify the student of the charges and
schedule a preliminary meeting to discuss the charges.
Likewise, the dean must notify the student’s respective
dean if the student is from another college, about the
alleged violation(s) committed by the student.

3. During the preliminary meeting, the student will be

presented with the charge(s) and the evidence(s)
submitted by the faculty or complainant. He/She will be
advised of the procedures, including his/her rights and
will be given the opportunity to respond. The student
may opt to respond immediately or in writing within five
(5) days. The signed document will become part of the
evidences in the charge(s). If the student fails to attend

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 the preliminary meeting, the dean may proceed with
the process as appropriate.

4. Faculty member(s) should not submit grades for the

work/test in question or for the course until the case has
been decided. If the term grades are due before the
adjudication process is complete a grade of “NFE” will
be assigned.

5. The dean shall convene the selected faculty members

to constitute the committee to deliberate on the case.
If needed the committee will gather additional
evidence from the complainant(s), the student(s) or
other concerned parties before the adjudication
process.

6. After reviewing the charges and evidences, the

committee must decide on the case within fifteen
working days from the receipt of the charges and
assign the appropriate penalty for the charges or
dismiss the case.

7. The dean will notify in writing the student(s), faculty

member(s) or complainant(s) and the student’s dean if
the student is enrolled in a different college of the
findings and the penalty if any.

8. When the penalty involves notation to the permanent

record of the student (e.g. a grade of F or WF,
suspension or dismissal), the student(s) will be notified in
writing of his/her/their right to appeal.

9. Appeals must be made in writing within five (5) days of

the date of notice. Appeals are limited to grounds of
excessive sanction, improper procedure and
unavailability of relevant evidence.
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10. The Head for Academic Affairs will review the appeal,
the records of the case and may consult any person
involved in the adjudication process.

11. The Head for Academic Affairs may deny the appeal
and uphold the decision of the committee may lower
the imposed penalties or sanctions or reverse the
decision of the committee. In which case, the student
(s), the faculty member(s) or complainant(s), the dean
of the college and members of the committee will be
notified in writing of the decision.

12. If the penalty involves suspension or dismissal from the

university, the Head for Academic Affairs should write
the recommendation to the President who shall make
the final decision.

13. The office of the president, the registrar and if

applicable the accounting office and parents will be
furnished with the decision.

14. The decision of the President is final.

Penalties for Violation of Academic Honesty Policy

1. Penalties for an academic offense may include one or

more of the following:

a. re-submission of the work in question

b. submission of additional work for the course in

which the offense occurred

c. a lowered grade or loss of credit for the work found

to be in violation of the integrity code
d. a failing grade of F for the course in which the
offense occurred

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 e. suspension for one or more
academic terms, including the term in
which the offense occurred

f. dismissal (for a specified term or permanently) from

the university

2. The student may not withdraw from a course in which

an infraction has been found and a penalty applied
and no refund or cancellation of tuition fees will be
permitted in such cases.

The decision as to whether suspension or dismissal is

appropriate in a given instance will necessarily depend on
the circumstances of each case. The Dean decides on the
recommendation to suspend or dismiss a student.

 Suspension is effective for not less than the term in

which the sanction is taken or for not more than one
calendar year.

 A student who is suspended is entitled to resume

studies in the same college at the conclusion of the
period of suspension, provided he/she has satisfied
all requirements imposed by the dean when the
suspension was implemented.

 Dismissal is a penalty invoked in serious cases and

when circumstances indicate that a student’s
association with the university should be terminated
in the interests of maintaining the standards of
behavior and conduct normally expected in a
university community.

 A student who has been dismissed but who has not

been denied the privilege of returning to the
 university later may apply for readmission after the
expiration of one calendar year.

 Action will be taken on the application after a total

reevaluation of the record and in accordance with
the admission and readmission practices in effect at
the time of application.

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  A readmitted student is governed by the academic
requirements in effect at the time of readmission.

All records pertaining to student infringement of the

policy will be maintained for a period of five years after the
student’s last registration. In the event that the penalties
become part of the student’s permanent record, the
record will be maintained indefinitely. These records are
subject to university regulations concerning the
confidentiality of student records.

Sanction for violations against Academic Honesty and

Plagiarism

Any and all offenses against the policy on Academic

Honesty and Plagiarism are punishable by Termination
upon the first offense.

a. Anyone of who is accused of committing violation/s

against the policy on Academic Honesty and
Plagiarism will be investigated fairly and impartially
by a Disciplinary Board to ascertain guilt.

b. The grievant may make an appeal within 15

working days of the date the decision letter was
received. Grievant should state the grounds for the
appeal and a detailed and comprehensive
explanation why the decision is being challenged.

c. The grievant appeal letter and a summary of the

original application will be submitted to the Appeal
Panel together with the reason for the original
decision. The Panel may review the previous
documents if required. The decision of the Appeal
Panel on the current application is final.
XXV. INTELLECTUAL PROPERTY (IP) POLICY

AMA University, as an institution of higher learning, is

committed to provide an environment that encourages and

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supports scholarly work of its faculty members, students and
staff while ensuring the identification and protection of
their rights and the rights of the institution.

As the University acknowledges the need to provide

governing rules for the matter, the policy was made,
consistent with the Intellectual Property Code of the
Philippines (Republic Act No. 8293) which defines
Intellectual Property (IP) as “any creation or product of the
human mind or intellect. It can be an invention, original
design, a practical application of good idea, and a mark
of ownership such as trademark literary and artistic works,
among other things.”

The term “intellectual property rights” consists of:

A. Copyrights and Related Rights

B. Trademarks and Service Marks

C. Geographical Indications
D. Industrial Designs
E. Patents

F. Lay-out Designs (Topographies) of Integrated

Circuits

G. Protection of Undisclosed Information (n, TRIPS)

A. Purpose

The provisions of this IP Policy have been established for

the management and protection of Intellectual Property of
AMA University. Specifically, it aims to:

1. Provide the guidelines and procedures for the

protection of intellectual properties (IP);
2. Provide a mutually beneficial reward scheme for
the creators of IPs and AMA University in relation to
the financial gain resulting from technological
transfer and/or commercialization;

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 3. Set standards for determining the rights and
obligations of AMA University, creator/authors, and
the sponsors with respect to the IPs created at the
university;

4. Strengthen academic research initiatives of AMA

University; and

5. Enhance the reputation of AMA University as an

academic research institution that pursues the
highest ideals of scholarly activities and that confers
the benefits of these scholarly activities on the
community.

B. Coverage

This Policy shall apply to all faculty members, students,

researchers, administrative and service staffs engaged in
research and/or creative activities under the auspices of
AMA University and shall cover all activity-derived
intellectual property.

C. Definition of Terms

A. University – refers to AMA University.

B. Research and Publication Office – the office in charge

of research undertakings and will manage the IPs of the
University.

C. Creator – the author, inventor, and/or researcher of an

original intellectual property. This tern encompasses
staff, faculty, and student researchers/inventors.

D. Intellectual Property (IP) – anything that is a product of

an original creative thought. It includes, but is not limited
to the following:
1. Design project prototype
2. Design project designs
3. Software prototypes
4. Software designs/code

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 5. Trade secrets
6. Trade and service marks
7. Business Plans
8. Works of art (musical, graphical, literary)

E. Patent – an exclusive right issued to a creator to make, use,

sell, or import the product of his/her invention within the
Philippines in exchange of his/her patentable information
or disclosure

F. Royalty – payment made for the use of the use of the

property, especially a patent, copyrighted work, franchise,
or natural resource. The amount is usually a percentage of
revenues obtained through its use.

G. University Resources – the tangible resources provided by

AMA University to creators, including office, laboratory,
wages and salaries and studio space and equipment;
computer hardware, software, and support; secretarial
service, research, teaching and laboratory assistants;
supplies, utilities, funding for research and teaching
activities, travel; and other funding or reimbursement.

H. Transfer of rights – the transfer of ownership of an IP to a third

party, most often for the purpose of commercialization.

D. Ownership of Intellectual Properties

A. AMA University has the right to own all IPs that are created
using its resources (manpower, equipment, facilities, and
time). These include but are not limited to the following:

1. IP outputs that are in the job description;

2. IP outputs that are not part of the job description but
are given as a special assignment with corresponding
remuneration in the form of honorarium;

3. Thesis, dissertations, and similar output of faculty and

staff;

4. Thesis, dissertations, and similar output of faculty and

staff who are sent to do these in other locations for

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and

5. Works commissioned by the university;

B. Intellectual properties that are created and/or developed

without use of AMA University resources, including space
and time resources, and are not externally sponsored by
AMA University partners in any way shall not be owned by
the company.

C. Artistic, literary, and scholarly intellectual properties that

include works of art, music recordings and lyrics, scholarly
books, poems, articles, speeches, and others will be owned
by the creator as long as they were not developed in the
performance of a sponsored research or any other
agreement with AMA University and its agents.

D. The Research and Publication Office will decide on matters

of property protection. It will determine if a certain IP needs
to be protected by applying for copyright, trademark,
patent, or any other form of intellectual protection. The
cost incurred for the protection of an IP will be borne by
AMA University operations department.

E. This policy does not preclude the publication of the works

of recipient of research grants. However, AMA University
being the owner of such IP has the right to delay its
publication for a reasonable period, i.e. not more than 1
year, to preserve patent, copyright, or any other
intellectual property protection.

E. Commercial Venture

After securing the appropriate IP property protection/s,

the University shall initiate possible commercial venture with
interested party for the IP commercialization. Appropriate
measures will be observed for the protection of interests of
both the University and the creator of the IP.

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F. Profit Sharing

Profit, after the deduction of all expenses incurred for

the protection, development and/or commercialization of
IPs, will be shared in the following manner;

A. For Php 500,000.00 and lower, the creator(s) will receive

40%; the remaining 60% will go to AMA University.

B. For Php 500,000.01 to Php 1,000,000.00 and lower, the

creator(s) will receive 50%; the remaining 50% will go to
AMA University.

C. For Php 1,000,000.01 to Php 5,000,000.00 the creator(s) will

receive Php 500,000.00 or 40% of the gross, whichever is
higher; the remaining amount will go to AMA University.
D. For Php 5,000,000.01 and higher, the creator(s) will receive
PhP2,000,000.00 or 30% of the gross, whichever is higher.
The remaining amount will go to AMA University.

G. Responsible Units/Departments

Research and Publication Office will handle all IP

matters. It shall supervise the implementation of the IP
Policy and commercialization of university IP assets. The
following are its functions and responsibilities:

A. Administer and monitor the implementation of the IP

Policy;

B. Evaluate the potential of the works and/or inventions

submitted for commercialization;

C. Negotiate with AMA University Operations Department

with respect to the development of independently
owned technologies after a determination of their
commercial potential for purposes of registration,
licensing or joint venture arrangements;

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D. Manage the University’s patent portfolio including the
drafting, filing and prosecution of applications with the
Intellectual Property Office of the Philippines (IP Philippines)
as well as the maintenance of granted patents and
registered trademarks; and

E. Negotiate and manage contracts for the production,

distribution and marketing of AMA University’s IP assets;

The Operations Department administers the funds

allocated for patenting and activities related to the
protection and commercialization of the University IP. It
spearheads the preparation of business and marketing
plan, and in securing financial assistance for any
commercialization project/activity. Lastly it administers
payments derived from any commercial IP assets.

H. Penalties

Violation of AMA Intellectual Property Policy shall be

dealt with in accordance with the provisions included in
AMA Academic Honesty. Any violation of the policies shall
be considered as disciplinary offense.

I. Amendments

All points in these guidelines may be amended from

time to time to ensure that the changing demands of time
are addressed.
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XXVI. References

American Psychological Association. (2010). Publication

manual of the American Psychological Association (6th

Ed.). Washington DC: American Psychological

Association

AMA Student Research Manual. (2017) AMA Student

Research Manual:

AMA University

University Thesis and Dissertation Manual (2017).

Polytechnic University of the Philippines

Institute of Electrical and Electronics Engineers

https://www.ieee.org/content/dam/ieee-org/ieee/we
b/org/conferences/Conference-template-A4.doc

AMAES Student Research Manual. (2013) AMAES Student

Research Manual: Academic Affairs
Department, Research and Publication Office

AMAES Student Research Manual. (2016) AMAES Student

Research Manual: Academic Affairs Department,
Research and Publication Office

AMAIUB Student Research Handbook. (2018) AMAIUB

Student Research Handbook: Academic Affairs

Department,
Research and Publication Office

AMA Student Research Manual. (2017) AMAES

Student Research Manual: AMA University
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CHED Memorandum Order No. 25 Series of 2015

CHED Memorandum Order No. 87 Series of 2017

CHED Memorandum Order No. 96 Series of 2017

Final Draft of AMAES Research Manual. (2019)

AMAES Student Research Manual: AMA University
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APPENDIX C: Thesis Adviser Acceptance Form
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APPENDIX D: Research Topic Proposal Form
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APPENDIX E: Research Consultation Form
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APPENDIX F: Research Progress Monitoring Form
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APPENDIX G: Thesis Oral Defense Application Form
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APPENDIX H: Score Sheet in Final Oral Defense
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APPENDIX I: Certificate of Final Version
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APPENDIX J: Title Page Format
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APPENDIX K: Approval Sheet
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 APPENDIX L: Spine
Format

The number of bars on the spine represents the level of

program – one for the undergraduate, two for
master’s and three for doctorate.
Note: Format and contents for cover Page is the same
as the title page

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