DBA: 701 – Doctoral Success Lab: Navigating Academic and Professional Resources

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About Course

This course is designed to equip Doctor of Business Administration (DBA) students with the necessary academic and professional tools to navigate the complex landscape of doctoral studies and advanced business research.

The course focuses on developing skills in research methodologies, critical analysis, academic writing, and the effective use of academic and professional resources.

Emphasis is placed on leveraging academic databases, conducting comprehensive literature reviews, and understanding the ethical considerations in research.

This course prepares students to complete their doctoral studies and apply these skills in a professional business environment.

What Will You Learn?

  • Demonstrate an understanding of key academic research principles.
  • Utilize advanced research techniques to gather and synthesize academic literature.
  • Apply critical thinking to evaluate academic resources.
  • Develop and implement ethical research strategies in business contexts.
  • Present research findings in a clear, structured, and academically rigorous manner.

Course Content

Week 1: Introduction to Doctoral Research

  • Introduction to Doctoral Research
    00:00
  • LO1: Define the key components and purpose of Doctoral-level research in Business Administration
    00:00
  • LO2: Explain the Historical Evolution and Significance of Doctoral research methodologies
    00:00
  • LO3: Describe the Expectations and Outcomes of Doctoral studies in a Professional Business context
    00:00
  • Multiple Choice Questions
  • True/False Questions
  • Scenario-Based Multiple Choice Questions
  • Key Terms and Concepts Questions
  • Short Answer Questions
  • Written Assignment
  • Presentation Task
  • Role-Playing Activity
  • Peer Review Task
  • Exercises and Activities Adaptation

Week 2: Understanding Research Methodologies

Week 3: Academic Writing Standards

Week 4: Using Academic Databases

Week 5: Conducting Literature Reviews

Week 6: Research Ethics in Business

Week 7: Data Collection Techniques

Week 8: Midterm Exam or Major Assignment

Week 9: Data Analysis Strategies

Week 10: Writing the Research Proposal

Week 11: Presenting Research Findings

Week 12: Peer Review and Feedback

Week 13: Preparing for Comprehensive Exams

Week 14: Dissertation Planning

Week 15: Course Review

Week 16: Final Test or Project

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