DDBA 8151 LUC Effects of Human Resource Management Practices on Employee Performance Case Study
ANSWER
Section 1 (S1):
- Abstract: A concise summary of your entire doctoral study, typically written after completing all other sections.
- Background of the Problem: An overview of the research context, including relevant literature and the historical background of the problem you are addressing.
- Problem Statement: A clear and concise statement that defines the problem you are investigating in your study.
- Purpose Statement: A statement that explains the purpose or objective of your study.
- Nature of the Study: An explanation of whether your study is qualitative, quantitative, or mixed-methods and why you chose this approach.
- Research Question(s): The specific questions you aim to answer through your research.
- Hypotheses (quantitative/mixed-methods) or Interview Questions (qualitative): Statements of what you expect to find or explore in your research.
- Theoretical Framework (quantitative) or Conceptual Framework (qualitative): The underlying theory or framework that guides your study.
- Operational Definitions: Clear definitions of key terms and concepts used in your study.
- Assumptions, Limitations, and Delimitations: Assumptions you’re making, the limitations of your study, and the scope boundaries (delimitations).
- Significance of the Study: Explanation of why your research is important and its potential contributions.
- Review of the Professional and Academic Literature: A thorough review of relevant literature to provide context and support for your study.
- Transition Statement: A statement that bridges the gap between Section 1 and Section 2.
Section 2 (S2):
- Purpose Statement (restatement from Section 1): Restate the purpose of your study for continuity.
- Role of the Researcher: Describe your role as the researcher and any potential biases.
- Participants: Details about the individuals or groups involved in your study.
- Research Method: The specific research method you are using (e.g., qualitative, quantitative).
- Research Design: Explanation of the overall research design (e.g., case study, experimental design).
- Population and Sampling: Define your study population and describe your sampling method.
- Ethical Research: Explanation of ethical considerations and procedures in your research.
- Instrumentation (quantitative only): Details about the tools or instruments used in quantitative research.
- Data Collection Instruments (qualitative only): Description of the methods and tools used for qualitative data collection.
- Data Collection Technique: The process of collecting data from your chosen participants.
- Data Organization Techniques (qualitative): How you will organize and manage qualitative data.
- Data Analysis: The method you will use to analyze the data and derive findings.
- Study Validity (quantitative): Addressing the validity of your quantitative research.
- Reliability and Validity (qualitative): Addressing the reliability and validity of your qualitative research.
- Transition and Summary: A statement that connects Section 2 to Section 3.
Section 3 (S3):
- Introduction: An introduction to Section 3.
- Presentation of Findings: Presenting the results and findings of your study.
- Application to Professional Practice: Discussing how your research can be applied in a professional context.
- Implications for Social Change: Exploring the broader societal implications of your research.
- Recommendations for Action: Suggesting actionable recommendations based on your findings.
- Recommendations for Further Research: Identifying areas for future research related to your topic.
- Reflection: Reflecting on your research process and any lessons learned.
- Conclusion: Summarizing the key points and findings of your entire study.
- Appendices/Table of Contents: Including any additional materials or a table of contents for the document.
These components collectively form a structured and organized doctoral study or dissertation. Researchers use these elements to communicate their research process, findings, and implications effectively.
QUESTION
Description
Over the past several weeks, you should have developed three components of the Doctoral Study. The components you should have developed include:
- S1 – Abstract (to be completed after completion of Section 3)
- S1 – Background of the Problem
- S1 – Problem Statement
- S1 – Purpose Statement
- S1 – Nature of the Study
- S1 – Research Question(s)
- S1 – Hypotheses (quantitative/mixed-methods) or Interview Questions (qualitative)
- S1 – Theoretical Framework (quantitative) or Conceptual Framework (qualitative)
- S1 – Operational Definitions
- S1 – Assumptions, Limitations, and Delimitations
- S1 – Significance of the Study
- S1 – Review of the Professional and Academic Literature
- S1 – Transition Statement
- S2 – Purpose Statement (restatement from Section 1)
- S2 – Role of the Researcher
- S2 – Participants
- S2 – Research Method
- S2 – Research Design
- S2 – Population and Sampling
- S2 – Ethical Research
- S2 – Instrumentation (quantitative only)
- S2 – Data Collection Instruments (qualitative only)
- S2 – Data Collection Technique
- S2 – Data Organization Techniques (qualitative)
- S2 – Data Analysis
- S2 – Study Validity (quantitative)
- S2 – Reliability and Validity (qualitative)
- S2 – Transition and Summary
- S3 – Introduction
- S3 – Presentation of Findings
- S3 – Application to Professional Practice
- S3 – Implications for Social Change
- S3 – Recommendations for Action
- S3 – Recommendations for Further Research
- S3 – Reflection
- S3 – Conclusion
- S3 – Appendices/Table of Contents