MPK701 - Research Design and Analysis

Unit details

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Enrolment modes:(B, X)
EFTSL value:0.125
Unit chair:

T Winchester

Prerequisite:

Nil

Corequisite:

Nil

Incompatible with: Nil
Contact hours:

1 x 3 hour seminar per week in Trimester 1.

Note:

Online teaching methods require internet access. Please refer to the most current computer specifications.

 

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Content

The unit will develop students' appreciation of the scope of research in business marketing, together with the processes and techniques used commonly in research. Topics include an introduction to research in marketing, problem definition, research design, qualitative and quantitative methods, measurement concepts, qualitative and quantitative data analysis, univariate and multivariate statistical analysis, sensitivity analysis, the development of business marketing models, reporting and presentation of results. Applications of research in business marketing in the areas of strategic analysis, pricing, brand management, consumer behaviour or sales forecasting will also be discussed.

Assessment

Written Assignment 4000 words 40%, Examination 2 hours 60%

Unit Fee Information

Student Contribution Rate*Student Contribution Rate**Student Contribution Rate***Fee rate - Domestic Students Fee rate - International students
$1178$1178$1178$2675$3340

* Student contribution rate for Commonwealth Supported students who commenced studies from 2010
** Student contribution rate for Commonwealth Supported students who commenced studies from 2009
*** Student contribution rate for Commonwealth Supported students who commenced studies from 2008
Please note: Unit fees listed do not apply to Deakin Prime students.