RESEARCH DISSERTATION - QSB 4914

Objectives:

The objective of this subject is  to provide students with the knowledge and skills for students to undertake research works. In this subject it covers on aspects such as the process and techniques of research, research design, identification of research areas and the preparation of research proposal. At the end of this course, student will be able to identify issues, problems and areas of research, identify relevant data and information required in the research, develop data collection techniques, design the research process and prepare a research proposal. Students will also be able to seek information from a variety of sources, be open to new ideas and concept and also possesses the capacity for self learning, seeking alternative ideas and solutions, present information and express ideas clearly, effectively and confidently and act ethically with integrity and social responsibility.

Overall the research process has been divided into two parts spread over two semester during the final year which is 


Semester 5 - Research Proposal:

• Submission of research title
• Approval of research title 
• Finalization of research title
• Appointment of supervisor
• Research methodology workshop
• Submission of research proposal
• Submission of literature review and theoretical framework
• Assessment by supervisor

Semester 6 - Final Report:

• Appointment of 2nd reader
• Lectures and tutorials
• Finalization and submission of research method
• Data collection and analysis
• Submission of final report
• Assessment by supervisor
• Reviewed by 2nd reader
• Viva

Throughout this research dissertation I am able to gain much knowledge and insight regarding the proper ways and method to be adopted in conducting a research and it has helped to improve my written and speaking skills tremendously. The subject encourages critical thinking and also creative brain storming which helps me to look and view things from a different perspective and it also encourages me to read up various sources and information relating to the construction industry. Apart from this, I am also fortunate to be able to present my paper in the 5th RICS Conference held by Taylor's University.

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