Learning Camp 2 – Development methods - Study guide

The module advances the following competences: goal orientation, business thinking, understanding of the role of research in business processes, analysing skills, academic writing and presentation skills, critical thinking, self-reflection and savvy use of digital tools. The module is closely linked with the other modules throughout the studies.

The module is a part of basic studies in Porvoo Campus competence-based curriculum.

Research process
Secondary data sources
Types of research
Qualitative and quantitative data collection methods
Data analysis methods
Digital tools used in data collection and reporting
Academic writing and reporting

The student has a limited picture of the research approaches and has difficulties in naming qualitative and quantitative data collection methods. The student shows some ability to collect the data needed for the research, but needs assistance and support in organising and analysing the material. The student participates in the project planning, implementation, reporting and evaluation with a minimal input. The student requires extra support from peers and supervisors in order to complete tasks.

The student is familiar with the research approaches and can explain and provide practical examples of qualitative and quantitative data collection methods. The student is able to design and implement the data collection so that the material is fairly comprehensive and representative, as well as to analyze the data appropriately and carefully so that conclusions can be drawn. The student participates in the project planning, implementation, reporting and evaluation independently and makes use of the advise available. The student is able to operate when the task and instructions are given.

The student is familiar with the research approaches and is able to assess the suitability of different data collection methods for different research tasks. The student is able to design and implement the data collection so that the material is comprehensive, representative and reliable, and to analyze the data appropriately and carefully so that it is possible to make meaningful and justified conclusions. The student participates proactively and with goal-orientation in the project planning, implementation, reporting and evaluation. The student is able display a goal-oriented mindset and professional attitude.

lectures, workshops, project work

for AbBa (circular economy; inclusive aviation / passengers with special needs)
• discuss the importance of research and development work in business
• understand and follow basic steps of a research process
• use in writing basic research terminology
• distinguish types of sources and assess their credibility
• work with primary and secondary data
• recognise most established research approaches and methods
• work with qualitative and quantitative data collection methods
• analyse data with digital tools
• improve academic writing and reporting skills

semester projects commissioned by the industry

Porvoo Campus

For AbBa

English

22.08.2022 - 16.12.2022

13.06.2022 - 19.08.2022

for AbBa
(Week 34:
Tue 23.8 Course introduction Evariste

Week 35:
Tue 30.8 Methods

Week 36:
6.9: Methods

Week 37:
13.9: Pia
Thesis and Expert Panel assignments introduced

Week 38:
20.9: Methods

Week 39:
27.9: Methods

Week 40
4.10: Pia - Thesis assignment

Week 41
11.10 Pia - Planning of Panel Discussion

Week 42: Intensive week

Week 43-50
Specific topics will be announced later.
The second part of LC2 offers support and consultation for the semester project

CONTACT
AB2
EXCH

Evariste Habiyakare, Pia Kiviaho-Kallio

15 - 40

For AbBa: Exam on research terminology (50%); research tasks in project/s and modules (50%)

ABBA Degree Programme in Aviation Business

H-5