ADVANCED RESEARCH METHODS
- Course
- TMAN601 - ADVANCED RESEARCH METHODS
- Department
- Tourism Management - English - PhD
- Course Type
- Course
- Status
- Required
- Language
- English
- Credit
- 3
- ECTS
- 0
- T+P+L
- 3 + 0 + 0
- Course Coordinator(s)
- Prof. Dr. Tarık ATAN
- Prerequisite
- -
- Keywords
- -
Course Description
The purpose of this course is to introduce approaches to social sciences research where students acquire knowledge on research plans and proposals, research methods, questionnaire design, research practice and survey analysis. Students also utilize the theoretical knowledge via practical sessions in the lab. The lab sessions consist of data input, frequency and descriptive analyses, correlational, and regression analyses. This subject provides an advanced knowledge to research methods and will cover three broad topics: research design, data collection, and data analysis. By the end of the course, students should be able to: formulate good research questions and design appropriate research, collect data, analyses both qualitative and quantitative data, and critically evaluate their own research and that of others.
ADVANCED RESEARCH METHODS
Evaluation Tools (Active Term)
| Item | Type | Weight (%) |
|---|---|---|
| Homeworks + Quizzes + Participation | Quiz | 20 |
| Term Project | Project | 20 |
| Mid Term Exam | Midterm | 20 |
| Final Exam | Final | 40 |
| Total | 100 | |
Course outcomes
- 01 equip our students with the necessary knowledge of a variety of methods of qualitative data collection and analysis
- 02 give practical experience of research
- 03 enable them to design and undertake on how to conduct a research paper, projects and /or thesis in future
Course Syllabus
| Week | Topic |
|---|---|
| Week 1 | Introduction to Research |
| Week 2 | The Scientific approach and alternative approaches to investigation , |
| Week 3 | The broad problem area and defining the problem statement |
| Week 4 | The critical literature review |
| Week 5 | Theoretical framework and hypothesis development |
| Week 6 | Basic Statistical approaches |
| Week 7 | Multiple Regression, Autocorrelation and Heteroscedasticity. |
| Week 8 | Elements of research design |
| Week 9 | Data collection methods: Introduction anad interviews |
| Week 10 | Data collection Methods: Observation, Questionnaires |
| Week 11 | Measurement of Variables : Operational definition, Scaling, reliability,validity |
| Week 12 | Sampling Quantitative Data analysis |
| Week 13 | Quantitative Data analysis: Hypothesis testing |
| Week 14 | Qualitative data analysis and The research report |
| Week 15 | Project Presentation |
Reference Books & Course Materials
- 01 Uma Sekaran, Roger Bougie , 2013. Research Methods for Business: A Skill-Building Approach, 6th Edition, Wiley Publishing.
- 02 Neuman Lawrence. 2013. Social Research Methods: Qualitative and Quantitative approaches, 7th Edition, Pearson.
Learning Outcomes
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Program Outcomes
- P01 Develops and deepens the current and advanced knowledge in the field based on the qualifications of the master's degree at the level of research and expertise and reaches original definitions that will bring innovation to the field.
- P02 To have the most advanced knowledge to contribute to the field of Tourism Management
- P03 Comprehends the interdisciplinary interaction related to the field of Tourism Management; draws original conclusions by using knowledge that requires expertise in analyzing, synthesizing and evaluating new and complex ideas.
- P04 Has the ability to interpret, analyze, identify problems and propose solutions by using the knowledge acquired in the field in decisions, practices and behaviors.
- P05 Has the ability to transfer information about Tourism Management to peers.
- P06 Performs a study independently on subjects requiring expertise in the field of Tourism Management.
- P07 Takes responsibility in accordance with the objectives of the project as the project director or participant.
- P08 Determines vision, aim and target for organization / institution.
- P09 Evaluates the acquired knowledge and skills critically.
- P10 To be able to lead by considering cultural sensitivities.
- P11 Develops new ideas and procedures, including research in the field of profession and learning.
- P12 Willingness to seek innovation
- P13 Transfers his / her thoughts and suggestions in writing and orally at the level of knowledge and skills acquired in the field of Tourism Management
- P14 Communicates with those who work in the field of Tourism Management.
- P15 Has enough awareness about the universality of social rights, social justice, quality and cultural values, environmental protection, occupational health and safety.
- P16 Communicates verbally and in writing using at least the European Language Portfolio C1 General Level approved by YÖDAK.
- P17 Uses computer software, information and communication technologies at the level of data entry and analysis related to Tourism Management.
- P18 Provides originality and contribution to the studies to be conducted in the field of Tourism Management.
- P19 Make strategic plan and develop strategy for organization / institution.
- P20 92/5000 Acts and internalizes business and social ethical values in the Academy and the Professional work
- P21 Publishes at least one scientific article related to the field of Tourism Management in national / international refereed journals (SSCI indexed).
- P22 Able to perform an original work that brings innovation to the field of Tourism Management independently.
- P23 Able to systematically transfer and disseminate his / her original studies related to tourism management in written / oral / visual form by supporting with quantitative / qualitative data.
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