Learning Camp 2 – Development methods - Opinto-opas

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.

Learning takes place in online classes, independent studies, teamwork and online-studies.
The assessment of one’s own learning.

- E-books and online articles
- Online tutorials
- Companies’ web-portals
- Industry related reports and statistics
- Relevant media, news agencies, quality press, etc.
Social networking tools
- Instructors’ own materials, materials produced by students.
Recommended Literature
- Ojasalo, K., Moilanen, T. & Ritalahti J. 2014:
Methods for Development Work. New kind of competence in business operations
- Creswell, J.W (2003) “Research Design” Qualitative, Quantitative, and Mixed
Methods. Approaches. Second edition
- Miles, M.B. and Huberman, A.M (1988 or 1994): Qualitative Data Analysis: an
expanded sourcebook. SAGE Publications Books

Chongqing

Moodle exam date: 11.05.2023

Re-exam date: To be confirmed later

English

Participants and lecturers are international. International learning materials. International case studies. International articles and videos

18.03.2024 - 17.05.2024

participants are expected to participate actively in online classes Students will be divided into different groups of max 5. Each group will get a small research project. The group will use one or several research methods and will write a short final report at the end. In addition, each group will have time to present own final results in a plenary online session. Detailed instructions are posted in Moodle.

20.03.2023 : Introduction to the course and to research process
21.03.2023 : Introduction to quantitative research methods and to assignments
23.03.2023 : Introduction to the role of theory in research and how to finding sources for own project
24.03.2023 : Qualitative data collection methods: Planning and conducting Interviews and focus groups
30.03.2023 : Qualitative data collection methods: Observations and Ethnography
13.04.2023 : Qualitative data analysis process
20.04.2023 : Qualitative Data analysis : Documents and text analysis
27.04.2023 : Research and Ethical consideration
Reliability and validity of research and results
11.05.2023 : Individual Moodle exam
Final presentations own project in groups
25.05.2023 Final presentation and course feedback

AB2CQ
ONLINE

If students have acquired the required competence in previous work tasks, recreational activities or other courses, they may show the competence with a demonstration and progress faster through their studies. More information and instructions for recognizing and validating prior learning (RPL) should be discussed with the responsible teachers.

Evariste Habiyakare, Pia Kiviaho-Kallio

15 - 60

The course will be assessed on a scale of 0-5
Following will be assessed:
- Participation and activity
- Research report
- Presentations skills
- Final Moodle exam

ABBA Degree Programme in Aviation Business

0.00 cr

H-5