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Research Methodology

Tiếng Việt

ECO501012

3

The objective of this course is to equip students with fundamental knowledge, essential skills, and a responsible approach to conducting economic research. Students will gain an understanding of key research concepts and the fundamental steps of the research process, including selecting a suitable research topic, formulating research objectives and questions, conducting a literature review, choosing appropriate research models and hypotheses, as well as collecting and analyzing data. Additionally, they will develop the ability to structure and present research proposals and reports effectively. Beyond acquiring knowledge, students will enhance their analytical, academic writing, and critical thinking skills. They will learn to apply international citation standards and referencing techniques while utilizing digital learning resources and open-access scientific materials. These skills will support their ability to conduct independent research and communicate findings in a structured and scholarly manner. Moreover, the course fosters ethical awareness in scientific research by emphasizing the importance of integrity and adherence to research ethics. Students will develop self-directed learning capabilities and a mindset geared toward evidence-based decision-making. By the end of the course, they will not only be prepared to undertake their own research projects but also be able to apply research methods effectively in academic and professional contexts.

This is a compulsory course for all programs under the School of Economics. It provides students with the essential knowledge and skills required to conduct scientific research in the field of economics. The course covers the fundamental steps of the research process, from identifying a research topic, formulating research objectives and questions, to conducting a literature review, selecting research models and hypotheses, collecting and analyzing data, developing a research proposal, and presenting research findings.

Students will be introduced to foundational concepts of scientific research, methods for selecting appropriate research topics, formulating research objectives, and developing research questions. The course also guides students on how to search for, evaluate, and cite academic literature to build a theoretical foundation for their research. Additionally, students will learn how to choose research models, construct hypotheses, collect data, apply sampling techniques, and select appropriate data analysis methods.

Furthermore, the course equips students with knowledge on structuring research proposals and presenting research findings in a logical, scientific, and persuasive manner. This course enhances students' research thinking, improves their analytical and synthesis skills, and enables them to apply research methods in practice, supporting their thesis work or advanced research in the field of economics.