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course emphasizes applied research Doctor of This course is the foundational course examines the choice of a quantitative research. integrating theoretical knowledge
within selected organizations. The research is an essential skill. phenomena in the social world. The in understanding and designing initiatives, with a focal point on
methods and is conducted under component of the DBA program, data collection strategy that reflects with evidence-based decision-making.
the supervision of a faculty member Business providing a structured introduction the complexity and distance of the METH 3B - Quantitative Methods
with relevant subject matter expertise to the philosophy and complexities of data. Issues of data collection are for Research II MGMT 2 - Seminar in Strategic
and research experience. The Administration business research. It equips doctoral reviewed in terms of direct and Credit Hour: 3 Management
Applied Research Thesis unfolds in students with the fundamental skills indirect observations. A process of Prerequisite: METH 3A Credit Hour: 3
two main stages. In the first stage, and knowledge needed to begin analysis is considered that deals with Prerequisite: No Prerequisite
students refine the research proposal Phase I their research journey. The course both the attributes of variables and This course, as the second segment
initially developed in the Data-Driven acknowledges the significant role the culture domain of the analysis. of a two-course series, emphasizes This course is designed to equip
Businesses course, tailoring it to a research plays in guiding business Finding themes, the selection and use the practical application of advanced students with advanced knowledge
selected business or government COMM 1 - Communication and decisions, shaping strategies, and of code books and the representation quantitative methods in business and skills in strategic management.
organization. Students are required Leadership achieving organizational success. of data is included. The use of profile research. It focuses on data This course delves into cutting-edge
to present and defend their proposals Throughout the course, students will and proximity matrices is developed processing, intricate modeling, theories, frameworks, and empirical
and incorporate feedback before Credit Hour: 3 embark on a transformative journey, as a tool of analytical reasoning and comprehensive inferential research related to formulating
proceeding. In the second stage, Prerequisite: Admission to DBA building proficiency in various aspects to add meaning to the data. The analysis. Key concepts covered and implementing effective
students implement their research Program of business research methodology. importance of conceptual models include correlation and both simple organizational strategies. Students
plans, conduct the study, and produce In this course in Communication and is considered as a way of providing and multiple regression models, engage in in-depth discussions,
a final applied research thesis that Leadership, the primary objective METH 2A - Qualitative Methods further understanding of the data. in addition to in-depth exploration critical analysis, and synthesis of
integrates academic insight with real- is to facilitate the development of for Research I - Design An analytical frame is introduced of topics such as exploratory and strategic management literature,
world relevance advanced communication skills Credit Hour: 3 that considers the units of analysis, confirmatory factor analysis, along emphasizing the integration of theory
and a deep understanding of their Prerequisite: METH 1 the attributes of the data, levels of with the practical application of and practice. The course explores
structural equation modeling.
contemporary issues in business
significance within the domain of measurement, aggregation and
leadership. This course goes beyond This course, designed specifically comparison. The use of keywords in Throughout this course, students strategy, such as competitive
advantage, innovation, sustainability
develop a comprehensive proficiency
to equip students with the tools to
basic communication proficiency, delve into the rich tapestry of human narrative analysis, grounded theory, that harmonizes a robust theoretical and corporate governance, and
equipping students with the experience, focuses on qualitative schema analysis, analytic induction foundation with hands-on practical global strategic management.
ability to effectively convey both research. Qualitative research and ethnographic decision models experience, equipping them with the Students are encouraged to further
fundamental and advanced research are discussed. Since qualitative
concepts in the complex field of prioritizes understanding meaning research is not a linear process, this essential knowledge and skills needed develop their research skills by
for advanced quantitative analysis.
designing and conducting original
over mere quantification. The course
leadership. Moreover, it seeks to explores how researchers collaborate course emphasizes iteration and case studies that contribute to the
elucidate the intrinsic relationship with participants to gather in-depth, refinement that consists of study MGMT 1 - Management of field. Through a combination of
between communication and descriptive data. Throughout the redesign, additional data gathering Change and Innovation theoretical exploration and practical
leadership excellence, instilling a and further re-analysis.
comprehensive perspective on the course, students will gain a strong METH 3A - Quantitative Methods Credit Hour: 3 application, participants emerge with
foundation in various qualitative
a comprehensive understanding of
dynamics of leadership. The course approaches, including narrative for Research I - Design Prerequisite: COMM 1 strategic management principles,
places significant emphasis on research, phenomenology, grounded This course explores advanced preparing them to make significant
nurturing critical thinking, enhancing theory, ethnography, and the case Credit Hour: 3 concepts and methodologies in scholarly contributions in the
written communication skills, Prerequisite: METH 1 the Management of Change and
refining presentation techniques, study. Students will develop the skills This course is the first of a two-course Innovation within organizational business world.
to craft clear and focused research
and promoting collaborative questions and devise effective data sequence on the use of quantitative settings. Employing a rigorous MGMT 3 - Leadership
teamwork. These competencies collection strategies using interviews, methods in business research. It academic approach, students delve
are cultivated within the specific observations, and document analysis. focuses primarily on research design into dominant theories to cultivate Credit Hour: 3
context of management research, a comprehensive understanding Prerequisite: COMM 1
leadership principles, and persuasive METH 2B - Qualitative Methods and data collection. The student of the inherent complexities in This course considers the concept
will learn various design methods
communication for Research II - Analysis that differ in purpose (such as guiding transformative initiatives. of leadership from a senior
METH 1 - Introduction to Credit Hour: 3 exploratory vs. descriptive), modality Emphasis is placed on the interplay management perspective using
both theoretical and practical
between change, innovation, and
Business Research Prerequisite: METH 2A (such as survey vs. experiment and effective management, fostering viewpoints . Traditionally, the concept
interview vs. questionnaire), scope
Credit Hour: 3 This course covers qualitative (such as longitudinal vs. cross- an exploration of organizational of leadership has been viewed as
Co-requisite: COMM1 research methods at the stage sectional); measurement issues and dynamics and the development of something a manager does in order
of data analysis. Such analysis instrument development; sampling strategic perspectives for effecting to enable his or her subordinates to
In a rapidly changing business is intended to cover an array of strategies; use of secondary data, positive change. The course is also do their jobs effectively. This course
world where innovative solutions interpretative techniques which will etc. The student will acquire both designed to impart a thorough considers leadership in terms of
are constantly sought, the ability seek to describe and determine the theoretical foundation and the comprehension of the intricacies a body of knowledge and practice
to conduct rigorous and impactful the meaning of naturally occurring practical experience necessary inherent in leading transformative within an organizational context of
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