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CIS7016 Research Methods for Technology Dissertation - Cardiff School Of Management
Research Methods for Technology Dissertation
TOPIC - E-tourism intermediaries in uk; factors that affect customer level of satisfaction
Research Proposal
You must produce a 4000 word research proposal that describes your intended area of dissertation study. Your proposal should have the following five sections:
1. Introduction
a. The introduction should explain the background of the issue you are studying. You should seek to explain the motivation of the project (why the project is important) and outline the definitions and foundations of your chosen subject.
2. Aim (s), Objectives and Research Question(s)
a. In this section you specify the aim of the dissertation and the related objectives. You may also include research questions to further define the aim of your study. (1000 for Introduction and Aims & Objectives, Research Questions)
3. Literature review
a. You should provide a review of the key literature in the field. Your literature review should be approximately 2000 words and should have a critical narrative. The literature review should consider the important issues in your field of study and should examine existing academic evidence relevant to your research aim.
4. Methodology
a. The methodology section should provide a clear research strategy for your study. You should specify your research approach, strategy, timescale and data collection methods. You should also consider the design of any research materials needed e.g. questionnaires, interviews, and observation. Your methodology should be approximately 1000 words in length.
5. Gantt Chart
a. You should provide a detailed Gantt Chart that breaks your dissertation down into component parts with estimated completion times.
Learning outcome 1: Synthesize aims and objectives
Learning outcome 2: Critically evaluate relevant academic literature
Learning outcome 3: Critically review appropriate research or development methodologies
Learning outcome 4: Produce a detailed project plan for a dissertation
Attachment:- Research Methods for Technology Dissertation.rar