Dissertation
Topic - Assessing the effectiveness of government policies on sustainable development in Botswana
Assessment Brief
Learning outcome 1. Design an appropriate and feasible research plan
Learning outcome 2. Select and develop appropriate research instruments and deliver a purposeful inquiry underpinned by secondary data.
Learning outcome 3. Analyse, interpret and critically evaluate quantitative and/or qualitative data
Learning outcome 4. Analyse issues raised by the data in light of theoretical knowledge in such a way that rigorous conclusions are formed Learning outcome 5. Write a succinct and convincing dissertation of 12,000 - 15,000 words
Table of Contents
Main contents page (section/chapter headings/numbers, and sub-headings
List of figures individually listed by title and/or number
List of tables individually listed by title and/or number
List of appendices individually listed by title of each appendix
CHAPTER 1 INTRODUCTION (1500-2000 words)
Research aims and objectives
Research rationale
Research Questions
Significance and Background of Research Study
CHAPTER 2 LITERATURE REVIEW (2500 - 3000 words)
A critical review of existing literature. This is likely to comprise background theory, plus summaries of research done by other organizations, government statistics and publications, etc.
Sub-heading 1
Sub-heading 2
Sub-heading 3
repeat as above
CHAPTER 3 RESEARCH METHODOLOGY (1000-1500 words)
Secondary research philosophy and design - how you went about your research)
Research Approach and Design
Research sampling
Description and sources of secondary data selected
Quality of secondary data
Secondary Data Ethical measures
CHAPTER 4 RESEARCH FINDINGS (2000-2500 words)
Introduction to the section
Results including graphical illustrations
CHAPTER 5 ANALYSIS OF THE FINDINGS (2500-3000 words)
Evaluation of Findings
Re-assessment of Research Questions in relation to research findings and literature
CHAPTER 6 CONCLUSION (AND RECOMMENDATIONS) (2000-2500 words)
Your conclusion should explicitly address your research objectives. It is often a good idea to re-state the research objectives at this point and then explain exactly how and, to what degree, they have been addressed. You are also advised to include a series of recommendations. Your recommendations may include reflection on how future research might further develop your research and/or address the limitations of your research. For dissertations with an explicit business problem focus, recommendations may involve advice as to how a particular organization or industry might wish to act in light of your findings.
Conclusion
Recommendations for Business Application
Implications for future research
References
You must include all references in the main references section.