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UHEK_BHEA_2013

UNIVERSITI TEKNOLOGI MARA

SCHEME OF WORK

Course Code : BRM917

Course Name : REVIEW OF RESEARCH BASED LITERATURE

Level : DBA

Total SLT : 160 hours

Part : 1

Course Status : Core


(Core/Non Core)

Prerequisite : None

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Course Learning Outcomes

At the end of the course, students should be able to:

1– Criticising the relevant past studies on a particular research area. (PLO6, C5)
2 – Organize previous literature based on its strength and weakness to develop
appropriate theoretical framework (PLO8, A4)
3 – Prepare appropriate theoretical or conceptual framework based on the literature
reviewed through group work (PLO5, A4)

Course Description

This course aims to build candidates’ knowledge on the process involved in pursuing
systematic research through the search and review of existing research work. The skills
learn in this course should prepare candidates for the rigor of planning and designing an
appropriate literature review section supported by previous research for their thesis.

Syllabus Content

1. Selection of a Research Area and Topic


1.1 Wide research area
1.2 Funnel down to a do able topic

2. Literature Databases and Search


2.1 Online databases available in the university and outside
2.2 Basic and advance search with keywords

3. Identify the Literature to Review


3.1 General descriptor from the database thesaurus
3.2 Redefine your topic if needed
3.3 Identify landmark or classic studies and theorists in preparation for a
framework

4. Analyse the Literature


4.1 Overview the articles
4.2 Group the articles into categories
4.3 Make notes

5. Summarize the Literature


5.1 Build tables as a key way to help overview, organize, and summarize
5.2 Key terms and concepts, research methods, summary of research results

6. Synthesize the Literature prior to Writing Review


6.1 Develop an outline of Literature Review
6.2 Consideration of the purpose and voice
6.3 Organize findings into a unique analysis
6.4 Create topic outlines that trace research argument

7. Writing the Review


7.1 Identify the broad problem area
7.2 Early in the review, indicate why the topic being reviewed is important
7.3 Distinguish between research finding and other sources of information
7.4 Indicate why certain studies are important

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7.5 Discuss other literature reviews on your topic


7.6 Avoid long lists of nonspecific references
7.7 When results of previous studies are inconsistent or widely varying, cite them
separately
7.8 Cite all relevant references in the review section of thesis, dissertation, or
journal article

8. Developing a Coherent LR
8.1 Provide an overview near the beginning of the review
8.2 State explicitly what will be covered
8.3 Specify point of view early in the review: this serves as the thesis statement of
the review.
8.4 Aim for a clear and cohesive essay
8.5 Use subheadings, especially in long reviews
8.6 Use transitions to help trace argument
8.7 If the topic teaches across disciplines, consider reviewing studies from each
discipline separately
8.8 Write a conclusion for the end of the review

9. Review APA guidelines


9.1 Familiar with the common core elements of how to write in APA style

Teaching Methodology

Lecture
Discussion
Active Learning

Assessment

Individual Assignments 40%


Group Assignment 40%
Mid Term Assessment (Assignment) 20%
Total 100%

References

Ranjit Kumar (2019), Research Methodology (5th Edition), Thousand Oaks, SAGE
Publications Ltd.
Gall, M. D., Borg, W. R., Gall, J. P. (2003). Educational research: An introduction. (7th
Edition). White Plains, New York: Longman.
Rozakis, L. (1999). Schaum's quick guide to writing great research papers. New York:
McGraw-Hill. (available for free as an e-book via
http://www.library.unh.edu/whatsnew/ebooks.htm)
UiTM Library Research Databses
APA Style Essentials: overview of common core of elements of APA style.
APA Research Style Crib Sheet is a summary of rules for using APA style.
Purdue OWL (Online Writing Lab): A user-friendly writing lab that parallels with the 5th
edition APA manual.

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Nama Program: DBA Tahun Semakan: 2020
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Links to Resources on Using Internet Resources and Writing a Literature Review:

http://www.utoronto.ca/writing/litrev.html
http://www.ecu.edu.au/centres/library-services/workshops-and-training/referencing/related-
content/downloads/ECU-Referencing-Guide-2014-July-update.pdf
http://www.deakin.edu.au/library/findout/research/litrev.php
http://www.erin.utoronto.ca/~w3lib/pub/evaluate/webevalu.htm

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COURSE OUTCOMES – PROGRAM OUTCOMES MATRIX

TEACHING
PROGRAM LEARNING OUTCOMES ASSESSMENT
COURSE LEALRNING METHODOLOGY
OUTCOMES PLO PLO PLO PLO PLO PLO PLO PLO PLO PLO PLO
1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11
a. Criticising the relevant past  Lecture, Individual
studies on a particular Discussion, Assignment
research area. (PLO6, C5) Collaborative
Learning
b. Organize previous  Lecture, Individual
literature based on its Discussion, Assignment
strength and weakness to Active Learning
develop appropriate
theoretical framework
(PLO8, A4)
c. Prepare appropriate Lecture, Group
theoretical or conceptual Discussion, Assignment
framework based on the  Active Learning
literature reviewed through
group work (PLO5, A4)

List of PLO/MQF:
PLO1: Apply knowledge and contribute to original research from interdisciplinary perspectives.
PLO2: Display skills using research tools, techniques or procedure related to relevant area of study.
PLO3: Demonstrate social discourse skills and responsibilities in dynamic business environment.
PLO4: Display good values, attitude and professionalism throughout the research process.
PLO5: Perform good communication, leadership and teamwork skills when engaging in group activities.
PLO6: Provide appropriate solutions in decision making.
PLO7: Integrate appropriate information management and lifelong learning skills.
PLO8: Practice managerial and/or entrepreneurial skills for career advancement

Nama Ashad Ayub Graduate Business School Tahun Mula: 2018


Nama Program: DBA Tahun Semakan: 2020
© Hak Cipta Universiti Teknologi MARA
UHEK_BHEA_2013

Nama Ashad Ayub Graduate Business School Tahun Mula: 2018


Nama Program: DBA Tahun Semakan: 2020
© Hak Cipta Universiti Teknologi MARA

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