2025/2026 BA-BISHO4001U Business Research Methodology
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Business Research Methodology |
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Language | English |
Course ECTS | 7.5 ECTS |
Type | Mandatory |
Level | Bachelor |
Duration | One Quarter |
Start time of the course | Second Quarter |
Timetable | Course schedule will be posted at calendar.cbs.dk |
Study board |
Study Board for Global Relations
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Last updated on 26/05/2025 |
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Learning objectives | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
On completion of the course, students should be
able to:
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Course prerequisites | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
This course is offered to students following GLOBAL SCLM. It is co-taught with the BSc IB course BINBO1331U Business Research Methodology | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Prerequisites for registering for the exam (activities during the teaching period) | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Number of compulsory
activities which must be approved (see section 13 of the Programme
Regulations): 2
Compulsory home
assignments
Group written assignment of 2 pages,4-5 persons to be graded approved/not approved. |
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Examination | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Course content, structure and pedagogical approach | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
This course aims to equip students with the necessary tools for carrying out and evaluating some of the most commonly used strategies in international business research. Grounded in critical thinking regarding theoretical assumptions and ethical values, the course provides hands-on knowledge in formulating relevant research questions, as well as collecting, analyzing and reporting on different types of data relevant for business research.
There are several components to the course:
1. Philoshophy of science discussions introduce the students to the most essential key concepts and positions in philosophy of science and strengthens their epistemological and ontological awareness.
2. Lectures on common research design strategies help the students understand the link between research questions, theoretical direction and empirical material, by focusing on experimental, cross-sectional, temporal, single and multiple case study designs.
3. Discussions in data collection and analysis develop key skills in the collection and analysis of different types of data by covering diverse techniques, such as surveys, interviews, focus groups, observation, and text/document analysis.
The course uses a combination of lectures, assignments and exercises with interactive elements that incorporate application of skills. In line with the Nordic Nine principles, the course seeks to substantially develop learners' curiosity and analytic skills when working with different forms of data.
Nordic Nine
The course seeks to develop CBS students’ transformative capabilities by addressing in particular the following Nordic Nine principles:
Learners are encouraged to consider on societal challenges in a broad and expansive context by creating and co-creating deep knowledge about micro-level issues that are relevant to modern, international business practices (NN1). During this process, they develop skills in collecting and analyzing data by reflecting upon quality, credibility, authenticity of different types of data and data sources. They are encouraged to be curious about working independently and embracing the complexity and ambiguity of real world challenges and data (NN2).
Critical reflection is a key component of the course, as the learners make sense of the ethical dilemmas encountered in various research settings and develop the necessary leadership values to navigate and overcome them. They practice leadership skills as a part of their group work and collaboratively reflect on issues that are relevant for future business leaders, including their own epistemological and ontological positions and assumptions that guide their decisions (NN5, NN6). |
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Research-based teaching | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
CBS’ programmes and teaching are research-based. The following
types of research-based knowledge and research-like activities are
included in this course:
Research-based knowledge
Research-like activities
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Description of the teaching methods | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
The course consists of lectures, group and plenary discussions, and in-class exercises. II has been designed on the premise that active involvement is the most effective way to acquire the skills outlined in the learning objectives, on the expectation that all students have prepared the readings for each class, and are prepared to actively participate in the class-room discussion. | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Feedback during the teaching period | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Several feedback opportunities are provided in
the course:
1. Lectures incorporate small problem-specific tasks, followed by in-class wrap up and feedback. 2. Exercises offer extensive feedback opportunities by allowing group work, followed by feedback on specific in-class assignments, mainly in the area of research design, data collection and analysis. 3. The students are encouraged to book office hours with relevant instructors to test their ideas and bring up questions. |
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Student workload | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
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Expected literature | ||||||||||||||||||||||||
Expected literature will be published on the course syllabus and the course's Canvas page, prior to semester start. |