Lesson $1$ Assignment: Apply the Qualitative Method and the Research Problem

Instructions

The focus of this week$$s assignment is on applying the qualitative method to the research problem.

Begin with a one$-$page introduction about the circumstances that led to the development of the problem; do not state the problem in this section. Establish the existence of your research problem using three to four scholarly articles published within the last $3$ years. Remember that the problem must have a business administration focus and must relate to your degree specialization. Keep your research focus and problem simple for this assignment.

Next, using the guide for developing a problem statement found in the Dissertation Center, construct a qualitative problem statement. The problem statement must be defined as a specific, evidence$-$based, real$-$life issue faced by certain people or organizations with significant negative implications for the involved parties. Your problem statement must $($a$)$ frame the problem, $($b$)$ validate that it exists with verifiable data, and $($c$)$ identify why and for whom the problem matters. Also, see Chapter $5$ in Bloomberg and Volpe $(2018).$

Next, rationalize the use of the qualitative method for your research inquiry. Explain the features. Give examples of the intended research outcomes. Formulate a purpose statement using the framework. NOTE: This is the recommended script for framing your purpose statement.

The purpose of this qualitative study is $\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_[$content aim of the study$].$ A qualitative study design will be used in which narrative data will be collected and analyzed to $\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_.$ These data will represent $\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_[$the bounding or description of the study$].$ Qualitative data will be gathered exploring $\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_[$the central phenomenon$]$ from $\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_[$participants$]$ at $\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_[$the research site$].$ The reasons for using this form of data to $\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_[$support or generate$]$ data, is to develop an in$-$depth understanding of $\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_\_.[$Include scholarly sources to support these research decisions.$]$

Source:

Create two qualitative research questions that could generate information for later analysis. Tip: Remember that this is qualitative research; therefore your business research question is about how and why something is happening.

Length: $3-4$ pages

References: Include scholarly resources to support the existence of the problem and for any information which explains the breadth, depth, or challenges associated with the problem.

Reference:

Read Chapter $5$:

Bloomberg, L$.$ D$.$ & Volpe, M$.(2018).$ Completing Your Qualitative Dissertation: A Road Map From Beginning to End. SAGE Publications, Inc.