IB9EC-30 Research Paper
Introductory description
The research paper module provides an opportunity to explore a research topic in financial technology, information systems management or digital innovation.
Module aims
This module allows students to synthesise, apply and extend the knowledge they have gained in the taught component of the course. The identification and investigation of a current research topic will help to develop students’ theoretical and practical understanding of current topics, as well as their research and communication skills. Emphasis will be placed on taking a critical approach to the assumptions of prior literature and the methodologies they adopt to address their research question.
Students must take the Research Methods module to be able to select the Research Paper capstone option.
Outline syllabus
This is an indicative module outline only to give an indication of the sort of topics that may be covered. Actual sessions held may differ.
Each student will be allocated an individual research paper supervisor and directed to pursue independent research leading to a paper. Additional training will be provided where required.
Learning outcomes
By the end of the module, students should be able to:
- Demonstrate comprehension of the current literature in the chosen research area, including the boundaries of current knowledge and where these may be extended.
- Critically reflect on different aspects of research
Indicative reading list
Literature relevant for the research topic chosen by the student. Initial guidance on reading material will be provided by the supervisor.
Research element
This module is research based.
Interdisciplinary
Research is interdisciplinary by nature and relates to Information Systems, Finance, Computer Science, Statistics, and Law among other fields.
International
Depending on research topic. Many current research topics contain international aspects.
Subject specific skills
Formulate testable research questions and hypotheses.
Apply appropriate research methods to address the posed research questions.
Interpret and discuss research findings.
Expand the current body of knowledge
Transferable skills
Written communication skills
Problem solving
Independent research
Study time
| Type | Required |
|---|---|
| Project supervision | 3 sessions of 1 hour (1%) |
| Private study | 182 hours (61%) |
| Assessment | 115 hours (38%) |
| Total | 300 hours |
Private study description
115 hours assessment; 182 hours self-directed learning
Costs
No further costs have been identified for this module.
You must pass all assessment components to pass the module.
Assessment group A
| Weighting | Study time | Eligible for self-certification | |
|---|---|---|---|
Assessment component |
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| Dissertation | 100% | 115 hours | Yes (extension) |
Reassessment component is the same |
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Feedback on assessment
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