Task 1 of 1 (AC 1.1, 1.2, 2.1, 2.2, 2.3, 2.4, 2.5, 3.1, 3.2, 3.3, 4.1, 4.2, 4.3)
You will need to develop a research proposal to show how to plan and manage a DBA research project. You can choose the topic but are advised to check with your tutor that your choice is appropriate. You can use the structure below to present your ideas or use your own style.
| Introduction | • Sets the scene by providing the purpose of the research proposal. |
| Rationale for the choice of the research problem. | • A convincing argument that explains the rationale, motivation for choosing the research problem and the key expectations from the DBA project. |
| Research Goal Aims and Objectives. | • Well defined goals followed by objectives that fulfil SMART criteria. • Scope is achievable within the specified duration |
| Discussion of past studies in connection to the problem and need for further research. | • Succinct discussion of key studies that has influenced author’s thought process along with the identification of limitations. • A clear justification has been provided for embarking on the proposed project. |
| Data requirements for accomplishing the project objective. | • Identify the kind of data that would be necessary for accomplishing the project goals. • Classifying them by using techniques like MoSCoW will be useful |
| Potential contribution to knowledge and novelty of the project. | • Succinct discussion on the practical and theoretical implications of the research project |
| Detailed Project Plan | • A plan that divides the research project into work packages, activities, milestones, durations, key outputs and resource requirements. |
| Risk Management Plan. | • A risk plan that depicts potential risks and actions that will be taken to mitigate the risks. • Referring to literature around research projects especially DBA and PhD project will be useful |
| Conclusion. | • Concluding remarks that provides an excellent summary of the document. |
Delivery and Submission:
• 1x Research proposal (4500 words) excluding TOC, diagrams, references and appendices.
Referencing:
• Each section must reflect any supporting Harvard style citations.
• A comprehensive Harvard style reference list must be included at the end of the work.
Evidence to be submitted:
• Research proposal – 4500 words