| 1 | critically analyse, interpret, and understand basic research designs in the management discipline |
| 2 | identify management-related issues for research |
| 3 | build the capacity to develop research questions grounded in a theoretical and conceptual framework |
| 4 | compare the appropriateness and use of qualitative and quantitative data collection and analysis techniques as a means of investigating and answering research questions in the management discipline |
| 5 | outline the process of collecting primary data, and identify, search for, and locate secondary data and knowledge relevant to management research |
| 6 | summarise the role and introductory use of computer software packages and facilities in the collection, analysis, and presentation of research findings |
| 7 | demonstrate a general understanding of the role of management research in academic, industry, government, and professional and community organisations |
| 8 | develop academic writing skills appropriate to the discipline for reporting on business management research projects |