Objectives
The aim of the course is to acquaint students with the characteristics of business research, with the tools and methodologies that can be applied in different fields, and with their application.
Academic results
Knowledge
- Getting familiar with a wide range of problem-solving techniques required for research and scientific work.
Skills
- Able to plan and conduct economic research, perform technical and economic decision-making tasks.
Attitude
- Knows the professional and ethical values related to its field.
- Strives to plan and carry out tasks at a professionally high level, independently or in working groups.
- Characterized by advanced analytical and synthesizing skills.
Independence and responsibility
- Able to solve technical and economic tasks independently.
Teaching methodology
Lecture and individual work.
Materials supporting learning
- Grønhaug, K. és Ghauri, P. (2016): Kutatásmódszertan az üzleti tanulmányokban. Akadémiai Kiadó. https://mersz.hu/keres/kutat%C3%A1s/hivatkozas/dj187kaut_34/#dj187kaut_34
- Ghauri, P., Grønhaug, K., and Strange, R. (2020): Research Methods in Business Studies. Cambridge University Press.
General Rules
The performance in the subject is evaluated based on the completion of 4 tasks. The subject can also be completed with participation in the Scientific Student Associations' Conference (in any section advertised by the faculty).
Performance assessment methods
Tasks: completing class and homework assignments by the specified deadline. TDK: verified participation in the BME GTK Scientific Student Conference.
Percentage of performance assessments, conducted during the study period, within the rating
- Participation in the Scientific Student Associations' Conference (in any section advertised by the faculty).: 100
- Class and homework assignments: 100
- Total: 100
Percentage of exam elements within the rating
Issuing grades
| % | |
|---|---|
| Excellent | 94-100 |
| Very good | 86-94 |
| Good | 75-85 |
| Satisfactory | 65-74 |
| Pass | 50-64 |
| Fail | 0-49 |
Retake and late completion
The assigned tasks can be replaced or improved one by the specified replacement deadline.
Coursework required for the completion of the subject
| Nature of work | Number of sessions per term |
|---|---|
| Kontaktórák | 28 |
| Önálló munka | 62 |
| Összesen | 90 |
Approval and validity of subject requirements
Consulted with the Faculty Student Representative Committee, approved by the Vice Dean for Education, valid from: 06.05.2024.
Topics covered during the term
The subject covers topics for the development of the knowledge and skills necessary for conducting business research and for the written and oral presentation of the work.
| Lecture topics | |
|---|---|
| 1. | An overview of the specificities of economic research, learning about the tools and methodologies that can be used in different fields. |
| 2. | Formulation of a research topic.Research design.Literature research, literature review, reference of scientific value. |
| 3. | Research methodology tools (qualitative, quantitative research).Specialized methodologies, and frameworks. |
| 4. | Text writing, stylistics. |
| 5. | Development of presentation skills. |
Additional lecturers
| Name | Position | Contact details |
|---|---|---|
| Tarjáni Janka Ariella | PhD hallgató/PhD student | tarjani.janka@gtk.bme.hu |
| Gerse-Krizsa Teréz | tanársegéd/assistant lecturer | krizsa.terez@gtk.bme.hu |