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Hospitality Management International Joint Master's Program with Thesis

HMAN565

THESIS I

Course Code
HMAN565
Semester
Third Term (Fall)
Theory+Practice
5 + 0
ECTS
10
Course TypeCompulsory Course
Course LevelMaster's Degree With Thesis
Year of Study2
SemesterThird Term (Fall)
ECTS10
Name of Lecturer(s) -
Learning Outcomes

At the end of this course, the students;

  1. Understanding the Research Process in Social Sciences
  2. Gaining Skills in Topic Selection and Literature Review
  3. Applying Qualitative and Quantitative Analysis Methods
  4. Comprehending the Academic Reporting and Thesis Writing Process
  5. Developing Competence in Effective Thesis Presentation and Revision
Mode of DeliveryFace to face
PrerequisitesNo
Recommended Optional Programme Components
Course DescriptionEach student must have the knowledge, skills and competence to be able to report on the notion of social science, methods and analysis techniques during their master's thesis. This course covers the student's academic research, analysis and reporting competence (Social science thought, qualitative and quantitative analysis techniques, reporting and publishing).
Course Contents
WEEK TOPICS
1st Week Designing the Research Process
2nd Week Selection of the Topic, Problem Identification Process, Assumptions, Limitations
3rd Week Purpose-Importance-Expectations, Literature Review Process
4th Week Literature Review Process
5th Week Literature Review Process
6th Week Determination of Analysis Methods
7th Week Model Detection
8th Week Determination of Sections and Subheadings
9th Week General Evaluation of the Content
10th Week Thesis Writing Stage
11th Week Thesis Writing Stage, Interim Evaluation
12th Week Thesis Writing Stage
13th Week Presentation of the Thesis
14th Week Revision of the Thesis
Recommended or Required ReadingBernard, H. R., & Bernard, H. R. (2013). Social research methods: Qualitative and quantitative approaches. Sage.
Planned Learning Activities and Teaching Methods
  • Lecture
  • Discussion
  • Questions/Answers
Assessment Methods and Criteria
Quantity Percentage (%)
ECTS Allocated Based on Student Workload
Activities Quantity Duration (Hour) Total Workload (Hour)
Midterm exam
Preparation for Quiz
Individual or group work
Preparation for Final exam
Course hours
Preparation for Midterm exam
Laboratory (including preparation)
Final exam
Homework
Weekly Articles and Resource Research 15 20 300
Total Work Load300
Total Work Load / 30 (h)10
ECTS Credit of the Course10
Language of InstructionEnglish
Work Placement(s)No
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