Intro to Research in Business

3 Credits · Level: Undergraduate

Please note: This course is designed for MSB students pursuing the Summer Undergraduate Research Fellowship (SURF) program. SURF students will be granted enrollment priority upon admission to the program in late fall. In the event that there are remaining seats, enrollment will open to all students beginning on the first day of the spring semester. Instructor approval is required. In the business world, informed decision-making is paramount, and the foundation of every sound decision is robust research. The "Introduction to Research for Business" course is designed to empower undergraduate business students with the essential research skills and knowledge required to conduct original research successfully. This course equips you with the practical skills needed for conducting research and empowers you to leverage research outcomes to enhance decision-making, strategy development, and innovation within organizations. Throughout the course, you will embark on a journey to investigate a business problem of personal interest. This exploration will encompass various stages, including comprehending the problem and its underlying purpose, adopting a researcher's perspective to approach the issue, mastering research methodologies, structuring findings and recommendations, and crafting compelling conclusions. By the end of the course, students will be well-prepared to undertake independent research projects and contribute to evidence-based business practices. Join us in the exciting journey to unlock the power of research and become a catalyst for positive change in the corporate landscape.