Research and development (5 cr)
Code: LA00BF24-3002
General information
Enrollment
19.08.2019 - 15.09.2019
Timing
09.09.2019 - 20.12.2019
Number of ECTS credits allocated
5 op
Virtual portion
3 op
RDI portion
3 op
Mode of delivery
40 % Contact teaching, 60 % Distance learning
Campus
Faculty of Business and Hospitality Management
Teaching languages
- English
Seats
20 - 40
Degree programmes
- Bachelor's Degree Programme in International Business
Teachers
- Taina Vuorela
- Pasi Ranne
Groups
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04IBU18S, Lahti
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04Z2HIBU18S
Learning outcomes
The student is able to
- obtain, utilise and assess R&D-related information and their sources critically
- follow the rules of ethical principles applied in all research activities
- use the most typical research and development methods of their own field
- write a scientific report and is familiar with the requirements for language and style and how to document the sources
Implementation and methods of teaching
This course is based both on distance learning and contact lessons. Materials are given in Reppu. Contact lesson 10 - 12h/1 cr. During the course students will write a small scale research report based on the data collected in groups. The initial exam based on the book will be taken individually at the beginning of the course .
Timing and attendance
September - December.
Learning material and recommended literature
Materials given during contact lessons and in Reppu,
Alternative completion methods
No alternative ways of completion.
Learning environment
Both distance learning and contact lessons.
Contents
Student will adopt basics
- of research process
- of quantitative and qualitative data collection methods an analysis
- of reporting scientific results
- of use of data for business purposes
Assessment criteria
Course evaluation is based on student’s knowledge and practical skills. Evaluation criteria in Statistical Analysis: exercises or project works or exam. Evaluation criteria in Research Methods: exercises and exam.
Assessment scale
1-5
Failed (0)
The student doesn’t achieve level 1 requirements.
Assessment criteria: level 1 (assessment scale 1–5)
Student is able to use research methods and concepts on poor level.
Assessment criteria: level 3 (assessment scale 1–5)
Student is able to use research methods and concepts on adequate level.
Assessment criteria: level 5 (assessment scale 1–5)
Student is able to use qualitative/quantitative research methods and concept on excellent level.