Guide to writing master’s research paper, for the students majoring in D3 “Management”

Abstract

Master’s research paper (MRP) is the final stage of the Master’s degree and provides you with the opportunity to show that you have gained the necessary skills and knowledge in order to organise and conduct a research project. It should demonstrate that you are skilled in identifying an area, or areas, suitable for research: setting research objectives; locating, organising and critically analysing the relevant secondary data and authoritative literature; devising an appropriate research methodology; analysing the primary data selected and drawing on the literature in the field; drawing conclusions; and if appropriate making relevant recommendations and indications of areas for further research. The aims of the MRP are to: - put into practice theories and concepts learned on the programme; - provide an opportunity to study a particular topic in depth; - show evidence of independent investigation; - combine relevant theories and suggest alternatives; - enable interaction with practitioners (where appropriate to the chosen topic); - show evidence of ability to plan and manage a project within deadlines After completion of the MRP students should be able to: - define, design and deliver an academically rigorous piece of research; - understand the relationships between the theoretical concepts taught in class and their application in specific situations; - show evidence of a critical and holistic knowledge and have a deeper understanding of their chosen subject area; - appreciate practical implications and constraints of the specialist subject; - understand the process and decisions to be made in managing a project within strict deadlines.