In this course you gain an understanding of a range of research methods and strategies relevant to the investigation of business in all its aspects, alongside underpinning theories and philosophies. You gain the skills you need to carry out research in a variety of areas using qualitative or quantitative research methods. The course meets your research training needs in social science and business research methodologies. provides a vocationally relevant qualification for research oriented work. enables established researchers to upgrade specific skills. It is ideal if you have a degree in business and management or other related discipline and you plan to work in, or conduct research in business and management or related subject areas. Through designing and conducting research in your specialised area, you gain technical competence in research and evaluation. You develop your knowledge and critical understanding of research theories and methods and the ethical issues involved. This course also equips you to carry out further research as part of a PhD programme of study. You learn the skills to carry out independent research in the business sector. These skills include the ability to consider a research problem and associated ethical issues and select a suitable approach. Such skills and knowledge are in demand in many organisations.