Course: Research, Economics and Communication assignment credits: 3

In this module the economic context of the student will be used to introduce research and report writing. Students are expected to conduct a descriptive research and to present their finding in an individually written report.

Upon completion of this module the student shows the ability to:

• construct a relevant research question and accompanying sub-questions
• describe the methodology
• collect relevant descriptive information on economic variables
• analyse the information and provide relevant quantitative representation
• structure information using paragraphs and linkers
• write coherently with appropriate use of vocabulary, grammar and syntax at a B2 level
• follow the standard structure for business reports
• determine which information needs to be referenced in business reports in order to avoid plagiarism
• use the APA Style system correctly by creating in-text citations and reference list entries for a business report
• appropriate use of a full-featured word processing program and spreadsheet application (Windows Word and Excel)

Competencies from the IBMS Professional Profile:
WT3-1, WW4-1, TWM24-1