MBA MAGADH UNIVERSITY QUESTION (2017-2019) (Second Semester) Application of Research Methods Management

MBA MAGADH UNIVERSITY QUESTION (2017-2019) (Second Semester) Application of Research Methods Management

                                                                         2017-2019
                                                                       Time: 4 hours
                                                                       Full marks: 80
                                           Candidates are required to give their answers to their
                                                         Own words as far as practicable.
                                                         The questions are of equal value.
                                                              Answer any five questions.

1. Discuss the process of research and mention its various stages.

2. Define hypothesis and discuss the criteria of a good hypothesis.

3. What is meant by sampling? Describe in brief the different types of sampling techniques.

4. Describe social survey as a tool for data collection.

5. Critically examine observation method and distinguish between participant and non-participant observation methods.

6. Explain the procedure of designing a good questionnaire.

7. Mention merits and limitations of interview as a technique of gathering of data.

8. What do you mean by research design? Discuss the purpose of research design.

9. Present a typical picture of APA format of research report writing.

10. Write short notes on any two of the following:
     (a) Applied research
     (b) Null hypothesis
     (c) Single group design
     (d) Error in interview