Argomenti dell'insegnamento
The course is divided into 3 modules: A. Conducting research and writing a thesis; B. Writing a literature review; C. Choosing among alternative research methodologies. In Module C, quantitative (survey data collection, use of databases, and data analysis) and qualitative research methods are presented.

Modalità di insegnamento
Frontal lectures and project work.

Modalità d'esame
100% Project work The project work consists of the design of a (small) research project on a topic of interest for the student. The student has to design the research project individually according to the concepts and best practices presented during the course. The student has time to work on the project during the course (in-class activity). On the day of the exam, the student has to deliver a written report on the project work. Students attending less than 75% of the lectures will automatically fail the course.

Criteri di valutazione
It is relevant that the student demonstrates to be able to correctly apply the concepts and best practices presented during the course, especially with respect to structuring the research project, defining the boundaries of a literature review, and identifying the most appropriate quantitative or qualitative research method.