Master of Science in Business Administration (By Research)

(R/340/7/0704)(MQA/FA0098)11/2020

Programme Description

The Master of Science by Research programme equips graduates with the professional skills to acquire higher-level transferable competencies, including the conduct of business research and to apply the knowledge gained to real-time situations in their work places.

Study Pathway

Subjects Offered

RESEARCH METHOD 1 / UNDERSTANDING RESEARCH METHOD:

Data Analysis
Research Proposal
Mixed Methodology
Data Collection Methods
Processing and Data Analysis
Preliminary Literature Review
Presentation of Research Results
Research Strategy and Processes
Qualitative Research Methodology
Quantitative Research Methodology

RESEARCH METHOD 2 / UNDERSTANDING RESEARCH METHOD:

Introduction
Factor Analysis
Cluster Analysis
Multiple Regression Analysis
Structural Equation Modelling
Multivariate Discriminant Analysis

RESEARCH METHOD 3 / UNDERSTANDING RESEARCH METHOD:

Introduction
Data Analysis
Observations
Entering the Field
Writing up the report
Qualitative Research Genres
Self-reflexivity and Subjectivity
Role and Function of Literature Review
Reliability and Validity of Qualitative Research

Career Prospect

Marketing, Accounting & Finance, Strategic Management, Information Technology, Knowledge Management, Human Resource Management or any aspect of business

Entry Requirement

Bachelor (Level 6 MQF) in business-related fields with minimum CGPA of 2.75 out of 4.00 or equivalent qualifications as approved by the Senate; OR
Bachelor (Level 6 MQF) or equivalent in business-related subjects with a minimum CGPA of 2.50 out of 4.00 but is subject to a careful assessment (interviews or portfolio); OR
Bachelor (Level 6 MQF) or equivalent in business-related fields a CGPA 2.50 out of 4.00 is acceptable, subject to a minimum of 5 years working experience in related fields.
English language competency requirements for international students: Minimum of IELTS 6.0 or equivalent