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Programme title Higher National Diploma in Business Management

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Unit 11 : Research Project
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D Renisha Rajmi Dasanayaka
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Higher Nationals - Summative Assignment Feedback Form

Student Name/ID D Renisha Rajmi Dasanayaka / COL00080637

Unit Title Research Project

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LO1 Examine appropriate research methodologies and approaches as part of the research process

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Unit 11: Research Project
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Student Declaration

I hereby, declare that I know what plagiarism entails, namely to use another’s work and to present it as my own
without attributing the sources in the correct way. I further understand what it means to copy another’s work.

1. I know that plagiarism is a punishable offence because it constitutes theft.

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Assignment Brief
Student Name /ID Number D Renisha Rajmi Dasanayaka / COL00080637

Unit Number and Title Unit 11 – Research Project

Academic Year

Unit Tutor

Assignment Title Final Research Project Proposal

Issue Date

Submission Date

IV Name & Date

Submission Format:
The submission should in the form of an individual written report. This should be written in a concise,
formal business style using single spacing and font size 12. You are required to make use of headings,
paragraphs and subsections as appropriate, and all work must be supported with research and
referenced using the Harvard referencing system. Please also provide a bibliography using Harvard
referencing system.
Research Project Proposal - Please provide a referencing list using Harvard referencing system. The
recommended word limit is minimum 750 words. However, the learner will not be penalized if exceed
the word limitation provided

Unit Learning Outcomes:

LO1. Examine appropriate research methodologies and approaches as part of the research process .;

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Assignment Brief and Guidance:
Talent Management

Workplace transformation is the rethinking of flexible workspaces to accommodate different kinds of work,
workers, and technology. Driven by new technologies and increasing globalisation the workplace has been
evolving rapidly to support these constant changes. The changes in technology, roles and competencies has
provided countless opportunities for enhancement and change within organisations and as the world or
work changes so does the workplace.
Deloitte in their report entitled ' Workplace transformation in the digital age' identified four dimensions of
the workplace ecosystem that needed to be considered in any workplace transformation strategy:
 space, relating to the design of office buildings and space;
 place, relating to how the workforce is spread across different locations;
 technology and the requirements needed for employees to carry out their roles and collaborate;
 talent relating to organisational structure and culture.
In the wake of the recent global pandemic all these dimensions of the workplace ecosystem are having to
be reimagined. Many organisations already have had to refocus their workforce plan to ensure a fully
remote workforce has the capabilities and technologies available to continue employee connectivity,
engagement and productivity. Navigating this new way of work is crucial to support business operations
and far reaching implications for the future.

Learner requires to select a suitable area from the areas given below to conduct the research and
further needs to develop appropriate topic, Research Questions and Research Objectives.

 The impact of the global pandemic on accelerating workplace transformation

 Why linking organizational and employee efficiency transformation is critical for to remain
competitive
 Employee collaboration tools: How they are being deployed and how they are impacting productivity
in sometimes surprising ways
 The Gig Economy: It’s real and redefining the nature of employment and employees

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  How remote workers are surpassing their peers in the office in both job-satisfaction and productivity
and how workplaces are using these insights to transform operations
 The challenges faced by organizations when embarking on workplace transformation initiatives and
how the right strategy, funding, and support of management can result in an increase in product and
services innovation as well as a long-term competitive edge
……………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………………
……………….

The Learner requires to produce a research proposal that clearly defines a research question or
hypothesis, supported by a literature review (Use the project proposal and ethical consideration
format)

Project Proposal should cover following areas;

1. Define your research problem or question. (This can be stated as a research question,
objectives or hypothesis)
2. Provide a literature review giving the background and conceptualisation of your
proposed area of study. (This would provide existing knowledge and benchmarks by
which your data can be judged)
3. Consider and define your research methodology and research process.
Demonstrate understanding of the pitfalls and limitations of the methods
chosen and ethical issues that might arise.
4. Draw points (1–3, above) into a research proposal for agreement together with your tutor.
5. Evaluate different research approaches and methodology, and make justifications for the choice
of methods selected based on philosophical/ theoretical frameworks.
6. Critically evaluate research methodologies and processes in application to a business research
project to justify chosen research methods and analysis

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Grading Rubric

Grading Criteria Achieved Feedback

P1 Produce a research proposal that clearly defines a

research question or hypothesis, supported by a
literature review

P2 Examine appropriate research methods and

conduct primary and secondary research.

M1 Evaluate different research approaches and

methodology, and make justifications for the choice of
methods selected based on philosophical/ theoretical
frameworks.
D1 Critically evaluate research methodologies and
processes in application to a business research project
to justify chosen research methods and analysis

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Research Proposal Form

Student Name : D R R Dasanayaka Student number : COL00080637

Centre Name : ESOFT Metro Campus Kollupitiya

Tutor : Ms. Hiranthi Rathnayake Date : 31th of aug 2022

Unit :
Proposed title : Influence of Global Pandemic on
Acceleration of Work: A Case Study of
Brandix Lanka Ltd

Section One: Title, objective, responsibilities

Section Two: Reasons for choosing this research project

Section Three: Literature sources searched

Section Four: Activities and timescales

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Milestone one: .........................................................................................

Target date (set by tutor): .........................................................................................

Milestone two: .........................................................................................

Target date (set by tutor): .........................................................................................

Section Five: Research approach and methodologies

Comments and agreement from tutor

Comments (optional):

I confirm that the project is not work which has been or will be submitted for another qualification and is
appropriate.

Agreed: ....................................................................................
(name) .................................................................................... date) ..............................................
Comments and agreement from project proposal checker (if applicable)
Comments (optional):

I confirm that the project is appropriate.

Agreed: ....................................................................................
(name) .................................................................................... date) ..............................................

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Research Ethics Approval Form
All students conducting research activity that involves human participants or the use of data
collected from human participants are required to gain ethical approval before commencing
their research. Please answer all relevant questions and note that your form may be returned
if incomplete.

Section 1: Basic Details

Project title: The Impact of training and development on organization and

employee development (A case study of Chandani Bandara Salon)

Student name: D Renisha Rajmi Dasanayaka

Student ID number: COL00080637

Programme:

School: ESOFT Metro Campus

Intended research start date: 20th of July 2022

Intended research end date: 30th of August 2022
Section 2: Project Summary
Please select all research methods that you plan to use as part of your project:

• Interviews:

• Questionnaire
s:

• Observations:

• Use of
Personal
Records:

• Data
Analysis:

• Action
Research:

• Focus
Groups:

• Other (please
specify):

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Section 3: Participants
Please answer the following questions, giving full details where necessary.
Will your research involve human participants?

Who are the participants? Tick all that apply:

Ages 12-16: Young People aged 17–18: Adults:

How will participants be recruited (identified and approached)?

 Reach out via online communities.
 Find out research participants over social media.
 Through internal feedback.

Describe the processes you will use to inform participants about what you are doing:

 Involves explaining the research and assessing participant comprehension using a consent
document and to get the details of Galadari Hotel send them questionnaire to fill.
 Get the details from Galadari hotel website and more review from social media.

Studies involving questionnaires: Will participants be given the option of omitting questions they do not
wish to answer?

Yes: No:
If No please explain why below and ensure that you cover any ethical issues arising from this
Studies involving observation: Confirm whether participants will be asked for their informed consent to
be observed.

Yes: No:
Will you debrief participants at the end of their participation (i.e. give them a brief explanation of the
study)?

Yes: No:
Will participants be given information about the findings of your study? (This could be a brief summary
of your findings in general)

Yes: No:

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Section 4: Data Storage and Security
Confirm that all personal data will be stored and processed in compliance with the Data Protection Act
(1998)
Yes: No:
Who will have access to the data and personal information? Only me
During the research:
Where will the data be stored?
Will mobile devices such as USB storage and laptops be used?
Yes: No:
If yes, please provide further details:
After the research:
Where will the data be stored?
How long will the data and records be kept for and in what format? Until research done in Laptop
Will data be kept for use by other researchers?
Yes: No:
If yes, please provide further details:
Section 5: Ethical Issues
Are there any particular features of your proposed work which may raise ethical concerns? If so, please
outline how you will deal with these:
 Getting the details from staff members at Chandani Bandara Salon Mount Lavinia.

 Currently situation in Sri Lanka lots of people lost their job because of that when getting the
Details from them need to more patient.

 Need to give motivational training program to the staff.

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Section 6: Declaration
I have read, understood and will abide by the institution’s Research and Ethics Policy:
Yes: No:
I have discussed the ethical issues relating to my research with my Unit Tutor:
Yes: No:
I confirm that to the best of my knowledge:
The above information is correct and this is a full description of the ethics issues that may arise in the
course of my research.

Name ; D R R Dasanayaka

Date: 28th of July 2022

Please submit your completed form to :

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 Research Project Proposal

Influence of Global Pandemic on

Acceleration of Work: A Case Study
of BRANDIX LANKA LTD

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Table of Contents

Research Proposal Form ----------------------------------------------------------------- 22

Section 01: (Title, objective, responsibilities)
1.1. Research Background Study -------------------------------------------------- 22
1.2. Research Problem --------------------------------------------------------------- 22
1.3. Introduction to the Organization ---------------------------------------------- 23
1.4. Research Objectives ------------------------------------------------------------ 24
1.5. Research Questions ------------------------------------------------------------- 24
1.6. Role of the Researcher --------------------------------------------------------- 24
Section 02: Reason for choosing this research project
2. 25
2.1. Purpose of the Research ------------------------------------------------------- 25
2.2. Benefits of the Research -------------------------------------------------------
Section 03: Literature sources searched 26
1. 26
2. 27
3. 27
3.1. Introduction ---------------------------------------------------------------------- 27
3.2. Global Pandemic ---------------------------------------------------------------- 28
3.3. Acceleration of Work in global pandemic ----------------------------------- 28
3.4. Influence of Global Pandemic on Acceleration of Work ------------------
3.4.1. Remote Work ------------------------------------------------------------ 29
3.4.2. Displacement of Work ------------------------------------------------- 30
3.5. Managing Global Pandemic --------------------------------------------------- 31
Section 04: Activities and Timescales 32
1.
2. 32
3. 33
4. 33
4.1. Project Activities ---------------------------------------------------------------- 34
4.2. Milestone Chart ----------------------------------------------------------------- 34
4.3. Gantt chart ----------------------------------------------------------------------- 35
4.4. Conceptual frame work -------------------------------------------------------- 35

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Section 05: Research approach and methodologies
1.
2.
3.
4.
5.
5.1. Research Onion -----------------------------------------------------------------
5.2. Research Philosophy -----------------------------------------------------------
5.3. Research Approach ------------------------------------------------------------
5.4. Research Strategy --------------------------------------------------------------
5.5. Time Horizon -------------------------------------------------------------------
5.6. Data Collecting Method -------------------------------------------------------
Comments and agreement from tutor --------------------------------------------------
Research Ethics Approval Form ------------------------------------------------------- 35
Section 01 – Basic Details -------------------------------------------------------------- 36
Section 02 – Project Summary --------------------------------------------------------- 36
Section 03 – Participants ---------------------------------------------------------------- 36
Section 04 – Data Storage and Security ---------------------------------------------- 38
Section 05 – Ethical Issues ------------------------------------------------------------- 40
Section 06 – Declaration ---------------------------------------------------------------- 40
6. Bibliography ------------------------------------------------------------------------- 41

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Research Proposal Form

Student Name : D Renisha Dasanayaka Student number : COL00080637

Centre Name : ESOFT Metro Campus

Tutor : Ms. Hiranthi Rathnayake

Date : 28th of July 2022
Unit : Unit 11 - Research Project

Proposed title : Influence of Global Pandemic on Acceleration of Work: A Case Study

of brandix lanka ltd

Section 01: (Title, objective, responsibilities)

1.1. Research Background Study

COVID-19 is the most recent Global Pandemic. The COVID-19 pandemic is a one-of-a-
kind transnational crisis that has disrupted people's lives more dramatically than any event
in generations, and given the uncertainty surrounding the end of the COVID-19 pandemic
and its long-term negative effectsIt is critical to understand how the COVID-19 pandemic
has affected important future of work trends, and the goal of this paper is to assess the
impact of the COVID-19 pandemic on commonly discussed future of work trends relevant

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to occupational safety and health priority areas. Also included are work arrangements,
compensation and benefits, and work organization, and for each topic, we assess trends
preceding the COVID-19 pandemic, discuss the pandemic's impact on these trends, and
conclude with implications for research and practice. Overall, the pandemic appears to have
both accelerated and disrupted various trends associated with future of work topic areas.
These effects are discussed in terms of policymakers' and organizations' implications.
1.2. Research Problem

The COVID-19 pandemic has resulted in a dramatic loss of human life worldwide and poses
an unprecedented challenge to public health, food systems, and the world of work. Tens of
millions of people are at risk of falling into extreme poverty, while the number of
undernourished people, currently estimated at nearly 690 million, could increase by up to
132 million by the end of the year.
Millions of businesses are facing extinction, and nearly half of the world's 3.3 billion
workers are at risk of losing their jobs. Also, informal economy workers are particularly
vulnerable because the majority lack social protection and access to quality health care, as
well as having lost access to productive assets. Without the ability to earn an income during
lockdowns, many are unable to feed themselves and their families, and for most, no income
means less food and less nutritious food.
1.3. Introduction to the Organization

Brandix is Sri Lanka's single largest apparel exporter with an annual turnover
exceeding $600 million. The Company employs over 43,000 Associates
supported by 38 manufacturing facilities in Sri Lanka, India and Bangladesh.
The Group provides over 50% of value addition locally through its backward-
linked operations in textiles, thread, buttons and hangers. A peek into an
exclusive portfolio reveals Victoria's Secret, Gap, Next and Marks and
Spencer, amongst other excellent company. The company specializes in
casual bottoms, intimate and active wear, woven and knitted fabrics and a
host of apparel industry accessories. Producing our own fabric, buttons and
hangers give us our most tactical edge in textiles and reinforce our core
strengths of advanced research and development, outstanding design, fabric
printing, washing, dyeing, wet processing, finishing, and relentless quality
control services with fastest turnaround times. Embedding and integrating

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 these services into seamless verticality is the value chain we offer our
customers.

1.4. Research Objectives

Main Research Objective – Influence of Global Pandemic on Acceleration of Work

The sub objectives of the research are as follows:

RO 01 - To identify the positive effects of Global Pandemic on Acceleration of Work

RO 02 -To identify the positive effects of team behavior on Global Pandemic on
Acceleration of Work
RO 03 -To identify the positive effects of recruitment process Global Pandemic on
Acceleration of Work

1.5. Research Questions

Main Research Question: What is the effect of Influence of Global Pandemic on

2Acceleration of Work?

RQ 01 - What is the effect of Influence of Global Pandemic on Acceleration of Work?

RQ 02 -What is the effect of team behavior on Influence of Global Pandemic on
Acceleration of Work?
RQ 03 - What is the effect of recruitment process on influence of Global Pandemic on
Acceleration of Work?

1.6. Role of the Researcher

Scientific research occasionally yields findings that necessitate a new formulation as a
theory and a new entrant into the discipline's existing theoretical corpus. It is also important
to remember that, to use Einstein's metaphor, developing a new theory is not the same as
demolishing an old barn and erecting a skyscraper in its place.
When an existing theory commonly applied to a subject does not adequately account for
deviant cases or non-conforming results, as well as those that do not agree with predictions
suggested by hypotheses derived from theory, research calls for its reformulation. However,

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 the insights germinate from the evidence contained in the deviant cases, and on the basis of
these, the existing theory is improved by reformulating it to generate predictions that will
encompass all of the data, including those initially considered deviant.
Section 02: Reason for choosing this research project

2.1. Purpose of the Research

From weather forecasts to antibiotic discovery, researchers are constantly trying to find new
ways to understand the world and how things work with the ultimate goal of improving our
lives. The purpose of research is thus to find out what is known, what is not known, and
what we can develop further. In this way, scientists can develop new theories, ideas, and
products that shape our society and our everyday lives.

2.2. Benefits of the Research

During a research study, the condition is usually monitored more closely so that any
changes can be detected earlier. Patients may also have access to expert medical care that
they would not have otherwise. Staff will keep you updated on progress and how the study
is going. Research improves services and treatments not only for current patients but also
for future generations, and it aids in the development of new diagnostic tests.
However, they may gain access to treatments that are not yet widely available to the general
public, and participating in research can provide a more optimistic outlook on any health
problems. Also, some evidence suggests that people who participate in research have better
health outcomes regardless of the treatment they receive, which is known as the 'trial effect.'
However, even if the research you participate in is unsuccessful, many people believe they
receive better care while the trial is running.
Section 03: Literature sources searched

3.1. Introduction

The COVID-19 pandemic, which is already in its second year, will undoubtedly go down in
history as a landmark event. Over 4.5 million people worldwide have died from COVID-19,
and a new variant is rapidly spreading in Sri Lanka. The pandemic's onset resulted in rapid
shifts to remote work, hundreds of thousands of job losses due to business shutdowns and
closures, school closures, and new work hazards; these challenges have persisted throughout
the pandemic; additionally, the pandemic has been labeled a trans boundary crisis, a crisis
that affects all elements of a social system. However, because of its significant effects on
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 work and work-related well-being, it has been described as “the most widespread and
profound occupational health crisis in modern times”. The pandemic, which is already in its
second year, will undoubtedly be remembered as one such event; over 4.5 million people
worldwide have died from COVID-19, and a new variant is rapidly spreading in Sri Lanka.
The pandemic's onset resulted in rapid shifts to remote work, hundreds of thousands of job
losses due to business shutdowns and closures, school closures, and new work hazards;
these challenges have persisted throughout the pandemic; additionally, the pandemic has
been labeled a trans boundary crisis, a crisis that affects all elements of a social system.
However, because of its significant impact on work and work-related well-being, it has been
dubbed "the most widespread and profound occupational health crisis in modern times."
There has been much speculation about how the pandemic has changed the future of work.
We identified these themes as major disruptions sparked by the pandemic that are associated
with future of work topics and have the potential to impact occupational safety and health
priorities.
3.2. Global Pandemic
COVID-19 caught everyone off guard, and the speed with which it spread and the extent to
which it impacted people's lives astounded many. However, many experts have long warned
about the dangers of a new pathogen emerging and spreading throughout the world. More
than 330 emerging infectious diseases have been identified since the 1940s, with 60% of
them being zoometric, meaning they originated in animals but crossed the species barrier to
humans. Global trends such as climate change, population growth, changes in land use and
urbanization, human migration, and rapid global travel are increasing the risk of humans
coming into contact with such pathogens and making it easier for infectious diseases to
spread beyond the place of origin.
3.3. Acceleration of Work in global pandemic

More BRANDIX employees are turning to freelancing. Companies are increasingly

engaging a global, liquid workforce, and now that most companies have gone remote,
leaders are forced to focus on outcomes rather than time in the office, putting freelancers on
an equal footing with traditional employees.
Many of those laid off during this pandemic, however, are choosing to join the gig economy
rather than looking for traditional full-time employment during difficult times, and people
are reevaluating whether employment provides "job security," with more people concluding

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that self-employment with multiple sources of income may be more secure than a traditional
job.

3.4. The expansion of benefits will hasten the transition to a more mobile workforce.
Because of the CARES Act, freelancers have finally gained eligibility for
unemployed benefits in this pandemic, and with millions left uninsured as a result of
pandemic-induced layoffs, the pressure to decouple health benefits from the
employer-employee relationship has increased. However, as freelancer benefits
expand and health insurance becomes more portable, we can expect even more shifts
to a more fluid workforce.
3.5. Influence of Global Pandemic on Acceleration of Work

3.5.1. Remote Work

As technology for remote work has advanced, a shared physical workspace has become less
necessary in many industries, particularly for those involved in knowledge work. Many
workers prefer remote work because of its flexibility and the cost savings associated with
not commuting. Cutting the costs associated with renting and maintaining a physical space
can result in significant savings for the brandix lanka. Simultaneously, flexible work
arrangements expose organizations to a larger talent pool, allowing them to hire the best
people for the job regardless of physical location. This has the additional benefit of
increasing diversity within workgroups, encouraging creative problem solving, and
increasing access to jobs.

Perhaps the most visible effect of the pandemic on the average office has been its emptying,
and especially at the beginning of the pandemic, massive sectors of employees transitioned
from primarily working onsite to working remotely from home. In May 2020, an estimated
35% of the workforce worked from home due to the pandemic, compared to roughly 15% of
employees occasionally working full days at home prior to the pandemic. As noted, this data
only includes those who were forced to work from home due to the pandemic; including
those who already worked full-time from home prior to the pandemic would inflate the
figure even more, and this disruption prompted many in the popular press to speculate
whether the pandemic had served its purpose. as a catalyst for a long term exodus from the
traditional working situation.

3.5.2. Managing Global Pandemic

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 Employers, workers, and BRANDIX LANKA should work together with health officials to
prevent and control COVID-19, and collaboration between management, workers, and their
representatives is critical for workplace-related prevention measures. International labor
standards on workers' and employers' rights and responsibilities in occupational safety and
health should also be fully respected. Employers, in consultation with workers and their
representatives, should plan and implement COVID-19 prevention and mitigation measures
at the workplace through engineering and administrative controls, as well as provide
personal protective equipment and clothing based on risk assessment, with no cost to
workers.

Workers in the informal economy and digital labor platforms, as well as domestic and
migrant workers, should not be left behind in the protection of their health and safety at
work and their livelihood, as special measures are required to protect workers at higher risk
of developing severe disease, such as those aged 60 and over, or with underlying medical
conditions, on the recommendation of occupational health services.
Section 04: Activities and Timescales

4.1. Project Activities

Project management is about managing the right project in the right way, and we can
identify project management processes and activities with the help of several well-known
institutions as well as project management techniques.
Before discussing some of these processes and activities, we distinguish plan do check act
as a relevant framework to begin with and think and make your plan, perform it and check
whether you did the right things, and act based on the outcome of the exercise. However,
this acting will most likely include an adjustment to your plan. Please be aware of the
consequences of these adjustments, and as long as you communicate any changes to
previously approved plans, it may work for the project.
Dependent Duration
WBS Task
Activity (Days)
1 Finalized the topic 8
1.1 (A) Analyze the scenario - 4
1.2 (B) Create the topic A 3
1.3 (C) Get the approval for project B,C 1

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 2 Getting approval for project topic 12
2.1 (D) Define the project proposal D 4
2.2 (E) Define project objective A 3
2.3 (F) Identifying the risk F 2
2.4 (G) Allocate the recourses G 3
3 Conduct secondary research 9
Decide method to conduct the H 3
3.1 (H)
secondary research
3.2 (I) Collect the Data H, I 1
3.3 (J) Arrange the data in literature review H, J 2
3.4 (K) Develop research objective C, J 3
4 Decide the metrology 4
4.1 (L) Decide research approach K 1
4.2 (M) Decide research design J,L 1
4.3 (N) Decide project population and sample M 1
4.4 (O) Decide research ethic N 1
5 Conduct primary research 6
5.1 (P) Decide data collecting method N,O 2
5.2 (Q) Create research questioner M,P 3
5.3 (R) Collect data Q 1
6 Conduct data analysis 9
6.1 (S) Select analysis technique R 2
6.2 (T) Conduct data Analysis S 3
6.3 (U) Create data analysis and finding T 4
7 Submit the final report 6
7.1 (V) Arrow conclusion R,U 1
7.2 (W) Product person reflection U,W 2
7.3 (X) Provide recommendation V, W 2
7.4 (Y) Complete project report X 1

4.2. Milestone Chart

A milestone chart is a horizontal chart that marks the most important steps of project and
each milestone achieved brings closer to completing the project.

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 Getting Conduct Conduct Conduct Submit
Finalized approval secondary Decide the primary data the final
the topic for project research metrology research analysis report
topic

14th of 18th of 30th of 6th of 9th of 15th of 25th

of
November November December December December December December
2022 2022 2022 2022 2022 2022 2022

Milestone one: ..........................................................................................................

Target date (set by tutor): .........................................................................................

Milestone two: ........................................................................................................

Target date (set by tutor): .........................................................................................

4.3. Gantt chart

The Gantt chart is a project management tool that illustrates work completed over a period of
time in relation to the time planned for the work and it typically includes two sections.

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 4.4. Conceptual frame work

The conceptual framework is a representation of the expected relationship between

variables, or the characteristics or properties that want to study. Conceptual
frameworks can be written or visual, and are typically developed based on a review
of existing studies on the topic.

Section 05: Research approach and methodologies

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5.1. R
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Onion

The research onion suggests mono method, mixed method, and multi-method as
possible research methods. The mono method consists of only one method for
the study, and the mixed method is based on the use of two or more research
methods, most commonly qualitative and quantitative methodology.

5.2. Research Philosophy

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What philosophers are doing in the current pandemic out of frustration at feeling useless is
significant, and it is difficult to conceal. Researchers stay at home to write their own articles,
read, and give classes and webinars, but they want to do more as the world sinks and there are
spontaneous questions that arise in the face of the current situation and appear to be reducible
to a single fundamental one: What is the purpose of philosophy? Alternatively, "What have
philosophers written in the past in the face of thousands of deaths caused by an epidemic?"
This perspective, rather than magnifying the figure of philosophers, diminishes them.
However, the pandemic may serve as a reminder that philosophy cannot be reduced to a
single professional category. In fact, no philosopher has previously written directly on
epidemics or pandemics, despite the fact that some, including Fichte, Hegel, William of
Ockham, the Mexican Sor Juana Inés de la Cruz, and St. Augustine, died during one.

Research Approach
The global COVID-19 pandemic and quarantine or distancing measures have forced
researchers to deal with a new situation, and this study aimed to examine how the pandemic
and its associated constraints have affected social researchers' approach to research ethics and
how it affects the BRANDIX, as well as drawing on an online qualitative survey with 193 Sri
Lankan social researchers conducted in April and May 2020, we distinguished three
approaches: nothing has changed, opportunistic, and The distinction, however, was in the
evaluation.
5.3. Research Strategy

The research strategy establishes the general direction of research and is one of the elements
of research methodology. It also includes the process by which research is carried out. The
appropriate research strategy must be chosen based on research objectives as well as
questions, the amount of available resources and time, the researcher's philosophical
foundations, and the scope of existing knowledge about the studied area.

The surveys are used to collect data that will guide research groups, and it is a successful
method that helps generate a large amount of data from a large number of people.
Respondents can also be chosen based on a variety of factors, such as age, race, social class,
or demographic questions.

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The experiment is a detailed study that employs the general empirical method to test
processes and phenomena under controlled, rigorous conditions. In addition, the main
principle in each experiment is to change the selected individual component in the test
procedure, while the remaining components are fixed and do not change in any way during a
given experiment, the researcher introduces a new factor to the process, modifying its rate;
this factor is referred to as an independent variable or an experimental factor. Factors that
change as a result of an independent variable, on the other hand, are dependent variables.
5.4. Time Horizon

The time horizon is the amount of time one expects to hold an investment until they need the
money back, and it is largely determined by investment goals and strategies. Saving for a
down payment on a house, for example, would be considered a short-term time horizon,
while saving for college would be considered a medium-term time horizon, and investing for
retirement would be considered a long-term time horizon.

5.5. Data Collecting Method

To collect data on BRANDIX LANKA in a pandemic situation, researchers can conduct

surveys, which are physical or digital questionnaires that collect both qualitative and
quantitative data from subjects. Another situation in which researchers may conduct surveys
is gathering attendee feedback after an event, which can provide a sense of what attendees
enjoyed, what they wish was different, and areas in which you can improve or save money
during your next event for a similar audience.
Also while physical copies of surveys can be sent out to participants, online surveys present
the opportunity for distribution at scale and they can also be inexpensive running a survey
can cost nothing if use a free tool.

Comments and agreement from tutor

Comments (optional):

I confirm that the project is not work which has been or will be submitted for another
qualification and is appropriate.

Agreed: ....................................................................................
(name) ....................................................................................
date) ......................................................

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 Comments and agreement from project proposal checker (if applicable)
Comments (optional):

I confirm that the project is appropriate.

Agreed: ....................................................................................
(name) ....................................................................................
date) ......................................................

Research Ethics Approval Form

Before beginning any research activity involving human participants or the use of data
collected from human participants, all students must obtain ethical approval. Please answer
all pertinent questions, and keep in mind that your form may be returned if it is incomplete.

Section 01 – Basic Details

Project title: Influence of Global Pandemic on Acceleration of Work: A Case Study of

BRANDIX LANKA LTD
Student name: D Renisha Rajmi DAsanayaka

Student ID number: COL00080637

Programmer: HND in Business Management

School: ESOFT Metro Campus Colombo

Intended research start date:20th of November 2022

Intended research end date: 30th of December 2022

Section 02 – Project Summary

Please select all research methods that you plan to use as part of your project:

• Interviews:

• Questionnaires:

• Observations:

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 • Use of Personal Records:

• Data Analysis:

• Action Research:

• Focus Groups:

• Other (please specify):

Section 03 – Participants

Please answer the following questions, giving full details where necessary.

Will your research involve human participants?

Who are the participants? Tick all that apply:

Ages 12-16: Young People aged 17–18: Adults:

How will participants be recruited (identified and approached)?

Participants have expectations from the study investigator and the research study in which
they participate, and it is expected that a research participant will be assertive and protect
their own rights, which will actually improve the quality of the research in which they are
enrolled. Potential research participants should be provided with detailed information about
what they are agreeing to. This will also inform their expectations:
To be informed about the potential benefits and harms associated with the planned research,
as well as how this research will help them to ensure that their interests are protected if they
are ill. A clear explanation of what is involved and what they will have to do, who will be in
charge of their health interests, any safety standards in place to protect them from harm,
whether the research has been reviewed and approved by relevant committees, whether they
have to spend money out of their own pocket or will be compensated for participating,
whether they have the right to withdraw from the study without prejudice, and whether the
results will be shared are also required.
Describe the processes you will use to inform participants about what you are doing:

Involves explaining the research and assessing participant comprehension using a consent
document, as well as gathering information about BRANDIX LANKA and sending them a

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questionnaire to fill out, as well as gathering information from the BRANDIX LANKA
website and social media. However, one of the founding principles of research ethics and its
intent is that human participants can freely enter research with full information about what it
means for them to participate, and that they give consent before entering the research.

Participants' informed consent should be obtained before they enter the research, and there
should be no undue influence on participants to consent. The minimum requirements for
informed consent are that the participant understands what the research is and what they are
consenting to, and there are two distinct stages to a standard consent process for competent
adults:

Stage 1 is when the person reflects on the information provided; they are not under any
obligation to respond to the researcher right away. Stage 2 is when the researcher reiterates
the terms of the research, often as separate bullet points or clauses, and the person agrees to
each term in its entirety.Studies involving questionnaires: Will participants be given the
option of omitting questions they do not wish to answer?
Yes: No:
(If No please explain why below and ensure that you cover any ethical issues arising from
this)

Studies involving observation: Confirm whether participants will be asked for their informed
consent to be observed.
Yes: No:

Will you debrief participants at the end of their participation (i.e. give them a brief
explanation of the study)?
Yes: No:

Will participants be given information about the findings of your study? (This could be a
brief summary of your findings in general)
Yes: No:

Section 04 – Data Storage and Security

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Confirm that all personal data will be stored and processed in compliance with the Data
Protection Act (1998)

Yes: No:

Who will have access to the data and personal information?

Only the researcher has access to the information and the researcher is not going to disclose
the collected data and information to outside parties for unethical matters.

During the research:

Where will the data be stored?

The data is going to store and keep the data securely in laptop, mobile memory chip and USB
pen drive.

Will mobile devices such as USB storage and laptops be used?

Yes: No:

(If yes, please provide further details)

During this research project, the researcher will store and keep the data securely in a laptop,
mobile memory chip, and USB pen drive because if the researcher misses any data or if the
USB pen drive becomes corrupted, there should be another place where the researcher can
get the same details, and the researcher will also add a strong password to ensure that the
collected data is not exposed to outsiders.
After the research:

Where will the data be stored?

During this research project, the researcher will store and keep the data securely in a laptop,
mobile memory chip, and USB pen drive because if the researcher misses any data or the
USB pen drive becomes corrupted, there should be another place where the researcher can
get the same information.
How long will the data and records are kept for and in what format?

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Until the HND business management is done and after the research done all the details going
to save the details in Laptop.

Will data be kept for use by other researchers?

Yes: No:

(If yes, please provide further details)

Section 05 – Ethical Issues

Are there any particular features of your proposed work which may raise ethical
concerns? If so, please outline how you will deal with these:

The ethical considerations in research are a set of principles that guide research designs and
practices, and when collecting data from people, researchers must always adhere to a certain
code of conduct. Human research goals frequently include understanding real-life
phenomena, studying effective treatments, investigating behaviors, and improving lives in
other ways. Deciding to research and how researchers conduct that research involve critical
ethical considerations. These considerations work to protect research participants' rights,
improve research validity, and maintain scientific or academic integrity. This research
primarily focuses on research ethics in human research, but ethical considerations are also
important in animal research..

The research ethics are important for scientific integrity, human rights and dignity, and
collaboration between science and society, and these principles ensure that research subjects'
participation is voluntary, informed, and safe. Researchers must balance pursuing important
research objectives with using ethical research methods and procedures, and it is always
necessary to prevent permanent or excessive harm to participants, whether inadvertent or not.

Section 06 – Declaration

I have read, understood and will abide by the institution’s Research and Ethics Policy:
Yes: No:

I have discussed the ethical issues relating to my research with my Unit Tutor:
Yes: No:

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I confirm that to the best of my knowledge:

The above information is correct and this is a full description of the ethics issues that may
arise in the course of my research.
Name: Thashmi Rizana Doole

Date: 11th of November 2022

Please submit your completed form to:

6. Bibliography
 The Future of Global Pandemic Security: Navigating shifting landscapes – a gavi white
paper (2022) Gavi, the Vaccine Alliance. Available at:
https://www.gavi.org/vaccineswork/future-global-pandemic-security-navigating-shifting-
landscapes-gavi-white-paper?
gclid=Cj0KCQiA4aacBhCUARIsAI55maH8Fo_brhGkJ9i9URDnaGofC4NsAEygoGwqa
GfBKHDMJlDLclzn03gaApB9EALw_wcB (Accessed: January 21, 2022).

 Lau, Y. (2020) Council post: Five ways the pandemic has accelerated the future of work,
Forbes. Forbes Magazine. Available at:
https://www.forbes.com/sites/forbeshumanresourcescouncil/2021/12/29/five-ways-the-
pandemic-has-accelerated-the-future-of-work/?sh=afbf3d631750 (Accessed: February 7,
2022).

 Ng, M.A. et al. (2021) Has the COVID-19 pandemic accelerated the future of work or
changed its course? implications for research and Practice, International journal of
environmental research and public health. U.S. National Library of Medicine. Available
at: https://www.ncbi.nlm.nih.gov/pmc/articles/PMC8508142/ (Accessed: September 11,
2022).

 Coronavirus disease (COVID-19): Health and Safety in the Workplace (no date) World
Health Organization. World Health Organization. Available at:
https://www.who.int/news-room/questions-and-answers/item/coronavirus-disease-covid-
19-health-and-safety-in-the-workplace (Accessed: November 19, 2022).

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