MGMT Courses:

MGMT 6661 - Applied Research Methods—Qualitative and Quantitative

3 semester credits

Students in this course focus on acquisition of substantive, foundational knowledge of the philosophy of science, including the construction, use, and critique of concepts and theories. Qualitative and quantitative frameworks for inquiry are introduced. Ethical, social, and political aspects of conducting research and producing knowledge for practice are examined. Quantitative designs covered include experimental and quasi-experimental, survey, causal-comparative, evaluation, and existing action research. Qualitative designs include case study, phenomenology, grounded theory, and ethnography. Assignments consist of knowledge demonstration and problem solving for professional practice. Through course assignments, students focus on the practical application of writing and critical-thinking skills and the integration of professional practice at the doctoral level.