Writing Dissertation Proposal (Social Research_1)

Learn to Craft a Compelling Dissertation Proposal: A Step-by-Step Guide

This course is designed to empower PhD and DBA candidates to confidently develop their dissertation proposals, essential for applications to doctoral programs. We'll guide you through the process of creating a robust proposal, using a practical organizational behavior model focused on Job Satisfaction, Organization and Work Commitment, and Turnover Intention within the context of IT Outsourcing companies in Thailand.

Key Skills & Knowledge You'll Gain:

• Research Model Development: Understand the rationale behind selecting research variables and explore comparison models to strengthen your proposal. Learn how to adapt your research model for different contexts.
• Literature Review Mastery: Develop the skill of writing impactful literature reviews, sentence by sentence, for each variable in your study.
• Academic Writing Excellence: Hone your academic writing skills to ensure clarity, precision, and credibility in your proposal.
• Questionnaire Design (Chapter 2): Learn to design effective questionnaires, even without pre-existing scales, by understanding the characteristics of each variable.
• Research Methodologies: Master the selection and application of appropriate research methodologies, including:
  • Research Design: Choosing the right approach for your research.
  • Sampling Process: Selecting a representative sample.
  • Measurement Scales: Applying appropriate scales to your questionnaire.
  • Data Analysis: Preparing your data for analysis.
  • Statistical Techniques: Understanding and applying relevant statistical methods.
• Supporting Your Proposal: Learn how to provide strong, logical support for your research choices using relevant examples.
• Measurement Scale Application: Understand how to choose the right measurement scale to align with your chosen statistical techniques.
• Integrating Research Elements: Effectively link your research problems, objectives, questions, hypotheses, and methodology to create a cohesive and well-structured proposal.

By the end of this course, you'll have the skills and confidence to write a compelling dissertation proposal that demonstrates a clear understanding of your research topic and methodology.