Research as a Generative Process

3 units

The objective of this course is to help students develop the skills surrounding the most critical aspects of producing and disseminating research that precede data collection and that emerge following data analysis. In other words, this seminar focuses on the most generative aspects of the research process: formulating problems, generating ideas, building theory, engaging readers, and presenting work to various audiences. As such, this course addresses critical -- though often underappreciated -- aspects of empirical research (and its reporting) as well as all pertinent aspects of conducting and communicating theoretical research (i.e., conceptual papers). This course is designed to complement and enrich other seminars in the PhD program, most notably Organizational Research Methods and Field Research Methods. Connections to these seminars will become evident during the term.