The course offers specialization into the subject area of organization and leadership, as well as knowledge regarding the methods and approaches required to begin a master thesis and post graduate studies. The knowledge that the course provides is also necessary in more practical activities in order to understand and make use of research in this area.
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English
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Course syllabus MF2086 (Spring 2020–)The participants will carry out a scientific work, where it is included to collect, describe and analyse data with appropriate research method. The results should be discussed in relation to earlier and future research, as well as analyse weaknesses and strengths in own and others' research.
The work should be presented orally and in writing.
After passing the course, the student should be able to:
- Describe various research methods of both qualitative and quantitative nature
- Apply various research methods of both qualitative and quantitative nature. Examples of these methods are mean value comparisons (t-test and ANOVA) and multiple regression analysis. Examples of methods for qualitative analysis are text analysis and open coding
- Choose research methods that are relevant for different types of research studies
- Explain and discuss the weaknesses and strengths of various research methods
- Demonstrate analytical and critical thinking
- Apply KTH ethics for copying and citation of others' work
Degree of Bachelor in mechanical engineering or the equivalent.
MF2046 Product Innovation or MF2038 Service Design, or the equivalent.
If the course is discontinued, students may request to be examined during the following two academic years.
Based on recommendation from KTH’s coordinator for disabilities, the examiner will decide how to adapt an examination for students with documented disability.
The examiner may apply another examination format when re-examining individual students.
