The aim of the course is to introduce the PhD-students at DTU
Management Engineering (DTU MAN) to the challenges related to
scientific research and doing a PhD.
• Research design and methods
• Researcher tools
• Research practice at DTU MAN
This course is mandatory for PhD students at DTU MAN.
Læringsmål:
En studerende, der fuldt ud har opfyldt kursets mål, vil kunne:
Define (a) research question(s) (RQ) within their specific
field of research.
Argue for the use of specific research methods in relation to
the RQ(s).
Evaluate advantages and disadvantages of different research
methods.
Apply research methods to their own research project to answer
the RQ(s).
Comprehend the PhD process at DTU MAN including expectations of
the student and supervisor.
Identify management techniques for their PhD process.
To engage in constructive discussions with peers about research
methods and methodology.
To give constructive feedback to peers on research design and
methodology.
Kursusindhold:
The following topics will be adressed:
- research design and philosophy
- research methods including qualitative, quantitative and
mixed-methods
- managing a PhD project
- Academic writing and publishing
- Ethics in academic research
Litteraturhenvisninger:
Saunders, M.; Lewis, P. & Thornhill, A. (2012): Research
methods for Business Students. Pearson Education
John W. Cresswell (2014): Research design: Qualitative,
Quantitative and Mixed-Method Approaches.
Booth, W.C, Colomb, G.G., Williams, J.M.: “The Craft of Research”.
Chicago University Press, Chapter 7,8, 9 & 10
Philips, E.M & Pugh, D.S.: ”How to get a PhD – A handbook for
students and their supervisors.” Open University Press. Chapter 8.
Trevors, J.T. & Saier, M.H. “Fraud and Corruption in Science”
in Water, Air and Soil Pollution. Self-tuition*
Bemærkninger:
The course is mandatory for all PhD students at DTU Management
within their first ½ year of study
