One the basis of the seminar student can - define an argumented research theme and elaborate logical question setting, that problematizes the topic - outline a relevant research plan, find relevant literature and research material - give constructive criticism - manage different phases of the research process - execute research independently
Contents
The thesis seminar will continue throughout the second year. Participation in the seminar sessions is compulsory. Students are required to read each other's papers and provide argumented comments on them.
Teaching methods
Lecture, field assignments, critical reflection, presentations.
Teaching language
English
Modes of study
Option
1
Available for:
Degree Programme Students
Other Students
Open University Students
Doctoral Students
Exchange Students
Participation in course work
In
English
Readings, critical discussion, lecture notes, field research, collaborative exercises. Spans the first full year of master’s studies, and culminates in one-on-one interpersonal meetings and briefings for each student’s thesis supervisor.
Evaluation
Pass/fail.
Study materials
The books and other materials evolve. In this course to date the following have been assigned:
Gladwell, M. (2008) Outliers: The Story of Success. NY: Penguin Books.
Hamel, G. (2007) The Future of Management. Boston: Harvard Business School Press.
Harvard Business Review on Business Model Innovation (2010). Boston.
Knee, J.A., Greenwald, B.C. and Seave, A. (2009) The Curse of the Media Mogul: What’s Wrong with the World’s Leading Media Companies. London: Porfolio.
Morgan, G. (1986) Images of Organization. London: SAGE Publications.