Related Qualifications

Sample Assignment

Your research must achieve the learning outcomes at the standards provided. It must be related to a topic associated with strategic business development.

You must prepare a portfolio of evidence which includes all the work completed for the following tasks.

The wordcount for this assignment should be in the region of 3000 3300 words

Task 1 Formulate a Research Proposal

In this section of the portfolio you should:

• Consider and identify a valid area for research to support the strategic development of a business area
• Explain the aim, scope and objectives for a chosen area of research
• Formulate a specific research proposal
• Establish success criteria for the achievement of the research proposal
• Prepare a project plan that identifies key milestones and critical pathways.

Extension activities:

To gain a merit grade you must:

• Justify the research area you have chosen which will support the achievement of an aspect of strategic business development.

LO1 AC 1.1, 1.2, 1.3, 1.4, 1.5

1M1

Task 2 Carry out the research using different research methodologies

In this section of the portfolio you need to:

• Complete a review of different literature sources identifying those which are most appropriate for your chosen area of research
• Use different research methodologies to gather data from primary and secondary sources. The data must be sufficient in order to ensure you can make valid conclusions

Extension activities:

To gain a merit grade you must:

• Justify the research methodologies chosen

LO2 AC 2.1 2.2 2M1

Guidelines for assessors

The assignments submitted by learners must achieve the learning outcomes and meet the standards specified by the assessment criteria for the unit. To achieve a merit or distinction grade, the learners must demonstrate that they have achieved all the criteria set for these grades. Where work for the pass standard is marginal, assessors can take account of any extension work completed by the learners. The suggested evidence listed below is how learners can demonstrate that they have met the required standards.