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Management and Business Research

Management and Business Research

by Lena J. Jaspersen (Author), Mark Easterby-Smith (Author), Richard Thorpe (Author), Paul R Jackson (Author)

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Synopsis

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Get 24 months FREE access to an interactive eBook when purchasing the paperback*

The Sixth Edition continues to give students a comprehensive overview of what is needed to carry-out successful and effective research, with practical hands-on guidance on how to conduct a dissertation project or research thesis, in business and management.

New to This Edition:

  • Complimentary fully integrated interactive eBook version.
  • Coverage of online data collection, netnography, big data and data visualization.
  • Research philosophy in chapter 3 is further supported and enhanced by an author video overview available online and a pull out at the back of the book that gives a useful visual representation of each key component of the research process using a tree as a metaphor.
  • Annotated further reading recommendations.

An important new feature is the Research in Action textboxes, which consist of engaging accounts of real-world research experiences from academics, practitioners and students. Examples include measuring the impact of development programmes on Chinese rural communities, and qualitative data being used to measure the experiences of UK taxi drivers. Each contributor has also given a practical `top tip' for doing research successfully.

The book is complemented by a FREE Interactive eBook and online resources including PowerPoint slides, datasets, multiple-choice questions, e-flashcards and links to additional online material.

Suitable reading for any student carrying out a research project, dissertation or thesis in business and management.

*Interactivity only available through Vitalsource eBook included as part of paperback product (ISBN 9781526446954).
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Format: Paperback
 Pages: 464
 Edition: Sixth
 Publisher: SAGE Publications Ltd
Published: 07 May 2018
ISBN 10: 1526446952
ISBN 13: 9781526446954

Media Reviews
The area of Research Methods is often perceived as either daunting or tiresome to those starting their research journey, however this book through its well-structured and engaging format resolves these concerns. The combination of resources not only provides stimulation but also caters to a wealth of different learning styles and is very accessible. A great book for those at undergraduate or PhD level.
-- Fran Ackermann

I find the design of the book very reader-friendly. The language is simple to understand, and the illustrations and examples are excellent. The length of discussion is appropriate, with the right amount of information presented.

I have never done a dissertation in my previous studies, and I have no idea how to collect data. In particular, I do not know what types of data collection there are, and the pros and cons for each type. Therefore, information on data collection is of most help to me.

A comprehensive and well written textbook on research. An excellent resource for management and business students.

-- Alan Chan
This book provides a number of routes to effective learning, be it visual aids, interactive group work or online access, to name but three. It is clearly laid out and the variety of learning tools keeps the learner engaged.

The `tree metaphor' feature is a great `big picture' view, we all like a good metaphor to help us get our heads round what for many will be a new subject area. It really assists the reader to visualise the essence of the discreet building blocks required to complete a comprehensive research project. The exercises are good for tactile learning, and the ebook for those requiring an alternative access point for learning. -- Andrew Wool

The book gives very comprehensive coverage of the research process in an accessible way that is relevant to newcomers and hardened practitioners.

From my perspective, the book is very relevant for preparing for my MBA dissertation. The opening chapters help with the difficult task of identifying a suitable research subject and reading around the topic. The later chapters describe the research process and methods of data gathering. Especially useful are the chapters on statistical analysis which can be daunting for many students who have not had formal training.

-- Andy Vicat
I've already written my methodology, however, I'll be going back through it using the tree metaphor. I had been approaching my methodology from a fairly superficial perspective, just looking at the `bark' you could say. However, it'll be really helpful to look deeper into the other sections of the tree trunk to ensure my method is based on the correct assumptions. Additionally, I'm a visual learner and can get lost in blocks of text, therefore, the visual representation is very helpful.

To all students, starting your dissertation can be a very daunting task and I know that I rushed into it without fully understanding the process. Therefore, I would say if you, like me, feel completely overwhelmed by your dissertation project then this is an excellent resource to help guide you through the process. -- Eleanor Pownall-Gray
The `tree metaphor' has provided me with an excellent visual aid of how to approach my future research projects. Prior to seeing this metaphor I struggled with the putting the wide range of features of research into an identifiable perspective. The metaphor assists an understanding of the rich depth required to understand what is required to understand research as if it was itself a topic of investigation.

?This book is an accessible and coherent guide to learning the philosophy and practical underpinnings of conducting research. -- Sinead Shean

A highly insightful and easy read which provides a great overview about current methods of qualitative research, their advantages, disadvantages as well as their practical application and thus, it prepares researchers to conduct research in a profound manner. The design of the book, especially the usage of the colours appear to be very modern and lively. The section about interviews, especially with regard to laddering and probes are excellent in order to understand how to get the most out of the interview and therefore the research. ??????

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-- Christian Bretter
Author Bio
Mark Easterby-Smith is an Emeritus Professor at the University of Lancaster. His field is organizational learning. He has a first degree in Engineering Science and a PhD in Organizational Behaviour from Durham University and has been an active researcher for over 30 years with primary interests in methodology and learning processes. He has carried out evaluation studies in many European companies, and has led research projects on management development, organizational learning, dynamic capabilities and knowledge transfer across international organizations in the UK, India and China. Richard Thorpe is Professor of Management Development and Pro Dean for Research at Leeds University Business School. His research interests have included: performance, entrepreneurship, knowledge and leadership as well as research methods in management research. His early career as a management trainee on a Clarks programme informed the way his ethos has developed. Following a period in industry his first academic appointment was as a researcher at Strathclyde University in the Pay and Reward Research Centre. There, as a consequence of the research conducted he developed close links with practitioners, intermediaries and policy makers, something he has strived to maintain as his career progressed. Common themes in his work are: a strong commitment to conducting research in collaboration with practitioners; a focus on action and change; an interest in and commitment to the development of doctoral students and the development of capacity within the sector. Richard has been past president and chair of the British Academy of Management and member of the ESRC Training and Development Board. He is currently chair of the Society for the Advancement of Management Studies. Paul R. Jackson is Professor of Corporate Communications and member of the Business Economics and Strategy group at the Alliance Manchester Business School, University of Manchester. Over the years he has undertaken various roles including Director of Doctoral Programmes at the University of Sheffield and, at UMIST, Head of the Division of Marketing, International Business and Strategy as well as designing the doctoral training programme at MBS. He has been teaching research methods to undergraduate, Masters and doctoral students since 1975 and has contributed to books on research methods teaching as well as workshops for students and teachers on behalf of the British Academy of Management. Lena Kruckenberg has a multidisciplinary background in international sociology and organisation studies. She has recently completed a Ph.D. in Sustainability Research at the University of Leeds with a study on the role of partnerships between different kinds of organisations in creating low-carbon development pathways. Results of her critical analysis of how such partnerships can facilitate but also inhibit the adoption of off-grid renewable energy technologies in Central America have been published in Energy Policy and Energy for Sustainable Development. Lena's current research as an Academic Fellow in Technology Innovation Management focuses on processes of social and technology innovation in the field of medical technologies. Lena is also working on visual methods for more agency-oriented research on inter-organisational relationships and networks.