MSC411 - Research Paradigms and Contemporary Issues in Information Systems
Unit details
| Enrolment modes: | (B, X) |
|---|---|
| Credit point(s): | 1 |
| EFTSL value: | 0.125 |
| Cohort rule: | (For Bachelor of Commerce (Honours) students only) |
| Unit chair: | L Nguyen |
| Prerequisite: | Nil |
| Corequisite: | Nil |
| Incompatible with: | Nil |
| Contact hours: | This unit is taught online through CloudDeakin and by individual supervision and mentoring. |
Note:Online teaching methods require internet access. Please refer to the most current computer specifications. | |
Content
This unit will provide students with advanced literature review and literature analysis. The main purpose of the review is to gain skills in the preparation of a literature review and a deeper appreciation of the IS discipline and scholastic endeavour. Students are asked to select a literature review topic that may be related to but not on their chosen thesis topic. Reviewing and discussing contemporary theoretical and methodological developments are encouraged. Students may choose their research supervisor or another staff member to mentor this review. Students will present their review to a selected group of staff. Students will also be asked to provide a reflection on the process of researching and writing on their topic as part of their final paper and presentation.
Assessment
Written Assignment 1 1500 words 25%, Written Assignment 2 2000 words 25%, Assignment 4000 words 50%
Unit Fee Information
| Student Contribution Rate* | Student Contribution Rate** | Fee rate - Domestic Students | Fee rate - International students |
| $1045 | $1045 | $2717 | $2818 |
* Rate for all CSP students, except for those who commenced Education and Nursing units pre 2010
** Rate for CSP students who commenced Education and Nursing units pre 2010
Please note: Unit fees listed do not apply to Deakin Prime students.