LEAD 870 - Fund of Doct Research Design

3 Credit Hours
Providing an introduction to the fundamentals of social and behavioral research, this course provides a conceptual framework for doctoral students in Organizational Learning and Leadership to understand the conceptual foundations underlying effective research design. Students will begin to understand how research methods are predicated upon the theoretical frameworks and research questions or hypotheses derived from a comprehensive review pertinent literature in relevant disciplines. Students will learn how to evaluate existing research using a variety of theoretical and methodological perspectives. As a result of developing a greater understanding of research methods, students will demonstrate the ability to critique the efficacy of research methods used in a various types of published research.

Restrictions: Must be enrolled in one of the following Majors: Leadership Studies

Levels: Graduate

College of Professional Sci Leadership Studies & HRD