• Compare and contrast CSR to other research methods.
  • Describe the types of research questions that are best suited to CSR.
  • Explain the criteria for selecting the type of case study and the appropriate design.
  • Assess the validity and reliability of the research.
  • Develop a research protocol for collecting data.
  • Module 2
    • Assess the strengths and weaknesses of individual data collection methods.
    • Formulate a data collection strategy that combines several data collection methods such as primary and secondary data and qualitative vs. quantitative data.
    • Create an evidence database to store, organize and manage case study data.
    • Develop a strategy for analyzing case study data.
    • Select an appropriate analytic technique to enhance internal and external validity.
  • Module 3.
    • Create a simple action research proposal.
    • Articulate the action research cycle and describe how it may be employed in business research.
    • Assess the strengths and weaknesses of action research as compared to other business research methods.