Qualitative Research Overview   [Archived Catalog]
2017-2018 Academic Catalog and Student Handbook
   

MBM 5556 - Qualitative Research Overview


This course introduces students to the characteristics and various approaches to designing and conducting qualitative research projects in health care. It provides an overview of the qualitative research process and various qualitative methodologies. The student will learn to select a research topic, formulate a research question and/or hypothesis, identify an appropriate research methodology and design, and conduct a literature review. Students will articulate a research topic and question, select an appropriate methodology, and identify and review literature relevant to their interest and application. They will also begin to develop a research design and identify other aspects of the research process that they may include in their pilot study and dissertation. This course also supports students in applying the course subject matter toward ongoing research and clinical interests, in conjunction with other courses and learning experiences in the student's graduate studies. Prerequisite(s): MBM 5540 . 3 credit(s)
Offered: Offered SP - Term B/SU - Term A. Course Length: Course Length: 8 Weeks. No RC Required.