Task 1 of 1 - Research Proposal (AC1.1,1.2,2.1,2.2,3.1,3.2,3.3,4.1,4.2)
There is no scenario for this assignment. Instead, you must propose an independent, small scale research
project about an area of interest to you within a relevant context. Ideally, the research proposal should
deal with an opportunity or a problem at the organisation where you are currently employed. Consult
with your tutor/supervisor to determine a suitable area of research within the Accounting and Finance
discipline.
Instructions
In this task, you will need to produce a research project proposal in which you:
1. Introduction
a. Introduce the problem or opportunity with supporting data and trends.
b. Clearly explain the background to the problem or opportunity, and justify
the reasons for, and the value of, the research to your employer and the wider academic community.
c. Outline the research project’s aims and objectives.
d. State the limitations and scope of the proposed research.
2. Literature Review
a. Critically review key literature and recent academic publications around the subject area discussing
key definitions, current theoretical frameworks, and research carried out in similar areas.
b. Develop a conceptual and theoretical framework for the research from the literature review
explaining how and why it supports and informs your approach the research process.
3. Research Methodology
a. Explain and justify your research approach and strategy.
b. Data collection:
o Discuss data collection methods.
o Select the instrument, design it and justify an appropriate method with an outline of a pre-test/pilot to
be included as an appendix.
o Clearly outline the administration of the data collection process.
c. Population and Sampling: Define the research population, sampling strategy and clarify access to
respondent issues.
d. Data Analysis: Describe and justify how you propose to analyse and report the results and findings of
your research with a discussion about reliability and validity and the management of error.
4. Statement of Ethics
a. Discuss access to respondent issues, permissions from organisation to conduct research,
confidentiality, rights of withdrawal, consent, management of data security etc.
5. Timeline
a. Develop a plan using GANTT Chart from start to completion of the research.
Delivery:
• 1 x Word Research Proposal
Submission:
• 1 x Word Research Proposal - 2500 words
Referencing:
• Each section must reflect any supporting Harvard style citations.
• A comprehensive Harvard style reference list must be included at the end of the work.
• An extended bibliography of at least twenty academic, journal and relevant sector sources to be
included at the end of the end of the work.
Evidence to be submitted:
• 1x Word Research Proposal - 2500 words
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