Graduate Certificate in Business Research
The University of Newcastle
About
The goal of the Graduate Certificate of Business Research is to increase the research skills of students who may wish to pursue further research study such as a MPhil or PhD.The University of Newcastle Graduate Certificate is a coursework program that focuses on research training.
The program includes 20 units of research methods, and 20 units of dissertation preparation which includes literature review and research proposal.
The program will develop in graduates analytical and critically self-reflective skills.The program will also allow a point of exit for students of the DBA program who are unable to complete their dissertation.
Structure
| Code | Title | Term / Location | Units |
|---|---|---|---|
| GSBR6201 | Research Methods 1 | Not currently offered | 10 units |
| GSBR6202 | Research Methods II | Not currently offered | 10 units |
| GSBR6203 | Literature Review | Not currently offered | 10 units |
| GSBR6204 | Research Proposal | Not currently offered | 10 units |
Learning outcomes
On successful completion of the program students will have:
- Communicate effectively using advanced oral skills to a variety of audiences
- Communicate effectively using advanced written skills to a variety of audiences
- Work effectively inependently
- Work effectively in collaboration with others
- Engage in critical thinking and analytical problem solving
- Apply advanced knowledge of the theory and methods of business in a scholarly and professional context
- Display proficiency in the utilisation of information and technology in research
- Demonstrate skills that incorporate an understanding of ethical issues
Institution
