Module: Evidence based Evaluation

Module Specifications.

Current Academic Year 2024 - 2025

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Date posted: September 2024

Module Title	Evidence based Evaluation
Module Code	OSC3 (ITS) / BAA1040 (Banner)
Faculty	DCU Business School	School	DCU Business School
Module Co-ordinator	Colum Foley
Module Teachers	Aisling Deignan
NFQ level	8	Credit Rating	15
Pre-requisite	Not Available
Co-requisite	Not Available
Compatibles	Not Available
Incompatibles	Not Available

Coursework Only
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Description

This module consists of three elements with one assignment per element. Research Methods II develops the concepts covered in Research Methods 1 by describing the specific research methods in more detail. This is followed by Case Study Analysis with dedicated case studies based on each specialty. The final element of this module is a choice of Entrepreneurship or Legal Frameworks

Learning Outcomes

1. Demonstrate the appropriate application of quantitative and qualitative techniques to research hypotheses • Employ an appropriate research method to a research question • Analyse qualitative data: Code and Classify; Interpret and Represent • Report on a qualitative research study
2. Case Study Analysis • Produce solutions to a case study which combine organisational and management behaviour. • Demonstrate competency in their core study area (internet enterprise systems/information systems strategy/clean technology or sustainable development) • Formulate solutions and present clearly to management to meet the requirements of a range of stakeholders.
3. Elective 1 Legal Frameworks • Critically appraise the key components of the Irish/EU legal system • Identify the key principles of Irish/EU laws • Identify and critically appraise areas of Irish/EU law of particular relevance to managers and businesses • Display critical judgement regarding the application of legal principles to factual problem situations • Develop legal research and writing skills
4. Elective 2 Entrepreneurship • Cultivate New Business Ideas • Research market and Evaluate Ideas • Develop a Business Plan • Recognise different strategies for growth • Develop corporate Entrepreneurial values

*Type*	*Hours*	*Description*
Workload	Full-time hours per semester
Directed learning	40	Study the course notes and core text book
Independent Study	190	Source and read the additional material referenced in the course notes
Online activity	25	Use the online discussino forum to discuss the questions related to the assignment and course material
Assignment Completion	120	Prepare three assignments according to criteria provided
Total Workload: 375

All module information is indicative and subject to change. For further information,students are advised to refer to the University's Marks and Standards and Programme Specific Regulations at: http://www.dcu.ie/registry/examinations/index.shtml

Indicative Content and Learning Activities

Core: Research Methods II
• Advanced Qualitative Data Analysis: Coding and Classifying; Interpreting and Representing • Reporting and Evaluating Qualitative Research • Advanced Quantitative Data Analysis: Descriptive Statistics; Comparing Means; Measures of Associations; Regression Analysis and Nonparametric Statistics • Reporting and Evaluating Quantitative Research

Core: Case Study
A new “scenario” case study is devised each year, presenting participants with tasks, which require assessment of all aspects of a particular situation relevant to the core programme. Preparation of the report requires participants to review course modules and to identify additional relevant sources/documentation to support the recommendations being advanced. To complement their written report, learners are also asked to prepare slides and supporting notes to be used in making a presentation of the report content and recommendations.

Legal Frameworks Elective
Legal Frameworks for MSD & MCT Students: •Introduction to Legal Frameworks • Introduction to Irish Law • Court Procedure and Litigation • Legal Remedies & Enforcement • Data Protection and Freedom of Information • Health & Safety • European Environmental Legislation • Environmental Legislation in Ireland • Water Protection & Management • Waste Legislation • Noise Legislation • Chemicals Legislation • Air Quality Legislation Legal Frameworks for MSIS and MISS Students:•Introduction to Legal Frameworks • Introduction to Irish Law • Court Procedure and Litigation • Legal Remedies & Enforcement• Commercial Dispute Resolution • Contract Law •Tort Law • Intellectual Property •Data Protection and Freedom of Information • Employment Law Part I• Employment Law Part II • Health & Safety Law

Entrepreneurship Elective
• Developing the idea • Research & Evaluation •Developing the Business Model • Launching the Business • Strategies for Growth • Corporate Entrepreneurship • Exit strategies

Assessment Breakdown
Continuous Assessment	100%	Examination Weight	0%

Type	Description	% of total	Assessment Date
Course Work Breakdown
Assignment	Research Methods 2 assignment	33%	n/a
Assignment	Case study assignment	34%	n/a
Assignment	Electives: Legal Frameworks or Entrepreneurship	33%	n/a

Reassessment Requirement Type
Resit arrangements are explained by the following categories: Resit category 1: A resit is available for both* components of the module. Resit category 2: No resit is available for a 100% continuous assessment module. Resit category 3: No resit is available for the continuous assessment component where there is a continuous assessment and examination element.
* ‘Both’ is used in the context of the module having a Continuous Assessment/Examination split; where the module is 100% continuous assessment, there will also be a resit of the assessment
This module is category 1

Indicative Reading List

Robson, C: 2016, Real World Research:a resource for users of social research methods in applied settings, 4th Edition,, Wiley, Hoboken, 9781118745236
Field, A.: 2013, Discovering Statistics Using IBM SPSS., 4, Sage, 97814462491
Bryman A.: 2015, Social Research Methods, 5, 9780199689453
Martin, E. and Law, J.: 2014, A Dictionary of Law, 7th, Oxford University Press, 9780191726729
Strong, S.I., Kenny,P.,Wilson,S.,Law,J., Martin,E.: 2011, the Essential Legal Skill Set, 2nd, Oxford University Press, 9780199644032
Burns P.: 2016, Entrepreneurship and Small Business: Start-up, Growth and Maturity, 4th, Palgrave,Macmillan, New York, 9781137430359

Other Resources

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