Research Based Independent Study

Undergraduate

This course will cover methodology, application areas, and software training required to carry out independent research. Working one-on-one with an instructor in one of the current business disciplines of the Undergraduate Program e.g., accounting, management, labor studies, finance, management science, information systems, marketing, strategy, and entrepreneurship, the course will require a written critique of a research methodology from journal articles selected by the instructor; a written review of research methodology and a written literature review. (May be taken for credit twice before BUSR-4990 and once after a successful completion of BUSR-4990 with at least 85% grade if content is different.) (Pre-requisite: Semester 4 standing, and at least 75% cumulative average, 78% major average, and permission of the instructor and the Undergraduate Program Director.) (3.0 credit course)