Rabi N Subudhi

Research methodology : methods techniques practices - New Delhi Taxmann Publications (P) Ltd 2024 - xvii,305p. PB 24x17cm

This textbook aims to simplify and enrich the study of research methodologies for students and doctoral scholars in management. Authored by a team of seasoned educators with extensive experience teaching business research methods at various academic levels, the book embodies their collective effort to demystify the complexities of management research and present them in an engaging and accessible manner.

What sets this textbook apart is its strong focus on the Indian context, addressing the unique needs and challenges faced by students and researchers in India. The authors integrate examples, case studies, and scenarios specific to the Indian research environment, making the book particularly relevant and helpful for Indian students and researchers. This localised focus ensures readers can easily relate theoretical concepts to real-world applications within the Indian setting.




Contents

[Understanding the Basics of Scientific Research in Management] This introductory chapter lays the foundation by exploring the importance and nature of scientific research, various types of research, and essential terminologies. It concludes with a summary, key terms, multiple-choice questions, descriptive questions, and a bibliography for further reading
[Research Design and Process] Analysing the steps of the research process, this chapter covers different research designs, helping readers to formulate and plan their research projects effectively
[Review of Literature] This chapter provides comprehensive guidance on conducting a literature review, including organising literature, identifying research gaps, understanding citation styles, and addressing plagiarism concerns
[Foundations of Quantitative Research] This chapter introduces readers to fundamental statistical techniques such as univariate and bivariate analysis, t-tests, chi-square tests, correlation, and regression, with practical examples and exercises
[Measurement of Constructs] This chapter focuses on the concepts, constructs, and variables essential for measurement in research, including various scaling techniques and levels of scale measurement
[Understanding Reliability and Validity] This chapter discusses the critical aspects of ensuring the reliability and validity of research instruments, highlighting the importance of these concepts in producing credible research findings
[Sampling for Quantitative Research] This chapter covers the principles and stages of sampling, different sampling techniques, and errors in sampling, providing a solid understanding of how to select and manage samples effectively
[Questionnaire Designing] This chapter provides a step-by-step guide to designing effective questionnaires, discussing types, purposes, and best practices for creating reliable and valid data collection tools
[Testing of Hypothesis] This chapter explains the concepts and methods of hypothesis testing, including statistical hypothesis, types of hypothesis tests, and practical application-oriented examples
[Basic Quantitative Data Analysis] This chapter guides the readers through data processing, editing, and various statistical analyses using software tools like SPSS and Excel, ensuring they can handle data effectively
[Advanced Quantitative Data Analysis] This chapter discusses more complex statistical techniques such as multiple correlation, multiple regression, and logistic regression, providing advanced tools for sophisticated data analysis
[Foundations of Qualitative Research] This chapter introduces qualitative research paradigms, key characteristics, and processes, ensuring a robust understanding of qualitative methodologies
[Sampling for Qualitative Research] This chapter discusses qualitative sampling techniques, with a focus on purposive sampling, theoretical sampling, and their practical applications
[Qualitative Research Interviews] This chapter details the process of conducting in-depth qualitative interviews, including preparation, types of interviews, question typology, and ensuring reliability and validity
[Qualitative Data Analysis | Grounded Theory] This chapter explains grounded theory methodology, including coding processes, memos, and the overall procedure, with an emphasis on practical application
[Qualitative Data Analysis | Case Studies] This chapter focuses on case study research design, data collection, and analysis, ensuring readers can effectively use case studies in their research
[Report Writing and Presentation] This chapter provides guidelines for preparing and presenting research reports, covering structure, qualities of an excellent report, and effective oral presentation techniques

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Business Research Methods
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