Teaching Responsibility

LJMU Schools involved in Delivery:

LJMU Partner Taught

Learning Methods

Lecture

Workshop

Module Offerings

5505LBSLC-JAN-PAR

Aims

To develop an understanding of experimental design, quantitative and qualitative research tools and statistics. The module will give opportunities to develop research skills linking academic theory to an issue within the workplace.

Learning Outcomes

1.
Apply distinct philosophical approaches to undertaking research.
2.
Analyse the differences between qualitative and quantitative methods of data collection and analysis
3.
Interpret, analyse and evaluate information and data relevant to tourism, leisure and hospitality

Module Content

Outline Syllabus:Selecting a research topic, ethical considerations, writing a proposal, undertaking a literature search. Experimental design and research methods: quantitative, market research, qualitative. Statistics. Abstract writing, report writing and referencing.

Assessments

Essay

Report