RESEARCH METHODS

Course Description

Students learn the scientific methods and techniques and develop their competence to evaluate research and prepare research projects. The basis of scientific research, scientific method, quantitative and qualitative research, problem statement, literature review, hypothesis, assumption, limitations, definitions, sampling methods, data collection (validity, reliability, item analysis, questionnaire development procedures, observation, interview), quantitative research methods (descriptive studies, correlational research, casual research, experimental research, single-case studies, meta-analysis), qualitative research (content analysis, case studies, action research, narrative research), reporting (organizing a scientific writing, parts of a scientific writing, general writing rules, showing the source in the text, preparing the list of resources). Students make scientific research about a subject that is related to their fields.

RESEARCH METHODS

Evaluation Tools (Active Term)

Course outcomes

1. 01 identify methods of qualitative data collection
2. 02 analysis, give practical experience of research
3. 03 demonstrate an critical litreture
4. 04 enable them to design and undertake on how to conduct a research paper
5. 05 develop the research quetion and hypothesis for projects and /or thesis in future

Course Syllabus

Reference Books & Course Materials

1. 01 Saunders, M., Lewis, P., and Thornhill, A. 2023. Research Methods for Business Students (9th Edition), Pearson, UK.

Learning Outcomes

1. L01 Distinguishes between different forms of research SOLO 3
2. L02 Synthesizes and critically evaluates the relevant literature. SOLO 4
3. L03 Selects the appropriate sample and justifies the sampling approach SOLO 4
4. L04 Formulates an appropriate research design SOLO 4
5. L05 Crafts an effective research proposal SOLO 4

Program Outcomes

1. P01 1. To be able to examine the basic problems in the field of Accounting and Finance with scientific methods, to interpret and evaluate the data.
2. P02 2. Muhasebe ve Finans alanındaki problemlere ilişkin uygulamada karşılaşılan karmaşık sorunları çözmek için bireysel ve grup üyesi olarak sorumluluk alabilmek ve çözüm üretebilmek.
3. P03 3. To be able to critically evaluate the knowledge and skills acquired in the fields of Accounting and Finance, to determine learning needs and to carry the learning process to an advanced level.
4. P04 4. To inform experts or non-experts on financial issues, to share their ideas and problems and solution methods by supporting them with quantitative and qualitative data.
5. P05 5. To be able to interpret and evaluate the discussions on the theoretical aspects of Accounting and Finance.
6. P06 6. To be able to identify regional and global problems that directly or indirectly affect financial issues, to develop solutions and strategies based on evidence and research.
7. P07 7. To be able to define, evaluate and interpret the classical and current theories of accounting and finance policies and strategies, differences and relationships between them.
8. P08 8. To have social, scientific and ethical values in the collection, interpretation, announcement and application of data in the field of accounting and finance and to assimilate these values.
9. P09 9. To be able to follow, understand, interpret and analyze the changing trends in accounting and financial activities in the world at an advanced level, and apply innovation and innovative working principles.
10. P10 10. To be able to set goals and take initiatives to achieve them, to be creative and open to criticism and to have professional competencies at an advanced level.
11. P11 11. To have an advanced level of foreign language to follow and use the information in the field and to communicate with colleagues.
12. P12 12. To have advanced computer software and hardware knowledge required by the field of Accounting and Finance, and to be able to use information and communication technologies at an advanced level.
13. P13 13. To be able to use theoretical and practical knowledge gained in the field of Accounting and Finance at an advanced level.
14. P14 14. To be able to benefit from other fields that form the basis of financial policies and to understand the interaction between these disciplines.

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