Multivariate data analysis topics and the applications in the business context, Examining Data, Factor Analysis, Multiple Regression Analysis, Multiple Discriminate Analysis, Logistic Regression, Multivariate Analysis of Variance, Cluster Analysis, Multidimensional Scaling, Correspondence Analysis, Structural Equation Modeling (SEM), Confirmatory Factor Analysis (CFA), Conjoint Analysis.
The philosophy of business research, research methods (qualitative, quantitative, mixed), research problem/gap/question, theoretical foundation, literature review, study design (cross-sectional, longitudinal, experimental), study variables and measurement scales, development and validation of a research instrument, sampling and data collection, data analysis, interpretation and report preparation. Research impact on theory, practice, and society. Research ethics and integrity.
Graduate students are required to attend seminars given by faculty members, visiting scholars, practicing managers and fellow graduate students. Additionally, each student must deliver at least one presentation on a contemporary business research topic. Among other things, this course is designed to give the student an overview of how to conduct research, apply research methodology, comply with journal specifications and submission requirements, and on membership of professional societies. The course grade is a Pass or Fail.
This course allows the Master of Science student to conduct independent research on an advanced problem in his/her field of specialization/track under the supervision of one of the professors. (S)he expects to provide a public seminar and a written report by the end of the semester. To register for the course, (s)he should find a professor willing to work with him/her, submit a proposal, and fill out the required form to get the approval of the academic department and the KBS's Assistant Deanship for Graduate Programs before the start of the semester. Prerequisite: Consent of the Instructor
The student will spend two consecutive semesters conducting a thorough research in a topic in his concentration under the supervision of a faculty member in the concentration area. A well-written, defensible thesis is the expected outcome of this integral degree component.
Pre-Requisites: BUS599*
Co-Requisites: BUS 599