Course Description
This course is the second step for doctoral candidates in the process of developing and completing their research study and dissertation. Doctoral candidates will complete Chapter 2, Literature Review and Chapter 3, Methodology and combine them with Chapter 1 to form their research proposal. Candidates will also conduct their research proposal defense and submit their research to the IRB for review.
For information regarding prerequisites for this course, please refer to the Academic Course Catalog.
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Rationale
BUSI 988 is the second step for doctoral candidates to develop and complete the dissertation. It provides a focused study of the methodology that will be employed in the research study.
Course Assignment
Readings and lecture presentations
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After reading the Course Syllabus and Student Expectations, the student will complete the related checklist found in the Course Overview.
Doctoral Research Project Guide: Tasks (7)
In BUSI 988, tasks are critical checkpoints that ensure doctoral candidates’ capstone manuscript sections are thoroughly reviewed, meet academic standards, and are approved before progressing to the next stage. The course includes eight key tasks:
Each milestone requires submission through Canvas, where the chair provides detailed feedback to help refine the work and ensure it is methodologically sound and aligned with research objectives. These milestones are essential for maintaining academic rigor, providing structured feedback, and tracking the candidate’s progress. Doctoral candidates are expected to submit milestones on time, incorporate all feedback, and promptly resubmit revised work for approval. Successful completion of these milestones is crucial for the candidate’s progression in the course and their overall dissertation journey, marking significant steps toward achieving their doctoral degree.
Quiz: Attendance Check-In (8)
Each Quiz: Attendance Check-in is designed to help the candidate self-report progress in developing the dissertation manuscript. The quizzes serve as a checkpoint for the candidate to reflect on the work accomplished, ensure the candidate is meeting course activity and attendance requirements, and keep the candidate on track.
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