Curriculum Outline

“Empowerment Through Knowledge, Leadership Through Research”

The curriculum of the PowerPhD program at the PowerPhD Institute is meticulously crafted to provide participants with a comprehensive understanding of management research methodologies and practical skills essential for addressing real-world business challenges. Spanning six modules, our curriculum covers a wide range of topics, starting from foundational principles to advanced techniques. Participants begin by exploring management research perspectives, understanding the historical evolution and contemporary trends in the field. They then delve into advanced statistics for data analysis, learning essential quantitative methods and techniques for deriving meaningful insights from data.

Moving forward, participants engage in research methods and design, gaining proficiency in both qualitative and quantitative research methodologies. They learn how to conduct literature reviews effectively, critically analyze existing research, and identify gaps for further investigation. The curriculum also emphasizes the identification of business problems and the development of research proposals, equipping participants with the skills to formulate research questions, hypotheses, and research designs tailored to specific organizational needs. Through a combination of lectures, workshops, and hands-on projects, our curriculum ensures that participants acquire the knowledge, tools, and confidence to conduct rigorous research and contribute positively to their organizations’ success.

Course Outline

1. Module 1: Management Research Perspectives

• Understanding the Importance of Research in Management
• Historical Evolution of Management Research
• Contemporary Trends and Challenges in Management Research
• Ethical Considerations in Management Research
• Role of Theory Building in Management Research

2. Module 2: Advanced Statistics for Data Analysis

• Introduction to Statistical Analysis in Management Research
• Descriptive Statistics: Measures of Central Tendency and Dispersion
• Inferential Statistics: Hypothesis Testing and Confidence Intervals
• Multivariate Analysis Techniques: Regression, ANOVA, Factor Analysis
• Advanced Topics: Time Series Analysis, Survival Analysis, Structural Equation Modeling

3. Module 3: Research Methods and Research Design

• Introduction to Research Methodologies in Management
• Quantitative Research Methods: Surveys, Experiments, Observational Studies
• Qualitative Research Methods: Interviews, Focus Groups, Case Studies
• Mixed Methods Research Designs
• Selecting the Appropriate Research Design for Different Business Problems

4. Module 4: Literature Review

• Importance and Purpose of Literature Review in Research
• Conducting a Comprehensive Literature Search
• Critically Analyzing and Synthesizing Literature
• Writing a Literature Review: Structure and Organization
• Avoiding Plagiarism and Maintaining Academic Integrity

5. Module 5: Identification of Business Problems and Developing Research Proposals

• Identifying Research Opportunities within Business Contexts
• Formulating Research Questions and Objectives
• Crafting Research Hypotheses and Propositions
• Developing a Research Proposal: Components and Guidelines
• Presenting and Pitching Research Proposals to Stakeholders

6. Module 6: Submission of Research-Based Project / Dissertation

• Project Management and Time Planning for Research Projects
• Data Collection Techniques and Instrument Development
• Data Analysis and Interpretation
• Writing Research Reports and Dissertations
• Defending Research Findings: Oral Presentations and Viva Voce Examination

This structured course outline aims to equip participants with the essential skills and knowledge required to conduct rigorous research in management contexts and apply their findings to solve real-world business problems effectively.