MHRM 309Eviden. Based HRM-Research Des. & Meth

This course will focus on research methods most commonly used in organizational research, including key aspects of research design, conducting literature reviews, methodological approaches, data analysis, writing and communicating research, and research ethics. Students will be exposed to both qualitative and quantitative research design and methods including interviews and focus groups, experimental and quasi-experimental research designs, and survey research. This course is also designed to provide students with basic knowledge and skills in data analysis including content analysis, and statistical analysis used in organizational research. The course will stress on the organic links between these various research methods and an overall evidence-based approach to management and HRM specifically.