...Research The Importance of Research - it is a valuable tool to produce needed changes. - it is a pathway to progress and development. - used to address problems that need to be solved. - used to look into situations that require improvements. - used to review policies that must be revised. - programs actions that demand modifications to be truly responsive to complex human existence. The Meaning of Research Research is a multi-faceted human endeavor: 1) To a lot of people , it is a difficult and demanding task. 2) To beginners, it is a complicated process. 3) To students, it is something that must be done to complete a course requirement. 4) To those who value knowledge and the truth, it is a very fulfilling and exciting challenge. What is Research? According to: 1) Aguinaldo (2002) and Calderon (1993) – research is a "a purposive, systematic, and scientific process of gathering, classifying, organizing, presenting, analyzing and interpreting data for the solution of a problem, for prediction, for invention, for the discovery of truth or for the expansion or verification of existing knowledge, all for the preservation of the quality of life." 2) Sevilla (1998) – defines research as "searching for theory, for testing theory or for solving problem." 3) Andres (1998) – defines research as a "careful, critical inquiry or examinationin seeking facts or principles; a diligent investigation...
Words: 1129 - Pages: 5
...Research and Evaluation Hunter Sparrow RES/341 January 9, 2012 Alan Unsworth Introduction Businesses are constantly going through phases of change because of internal factors or external influences. Business needs to adapt or overcome the phases of changes to prevent possible failure. Business research is a vital tool companies use for ‘‘finding solutions to a problem after a thorough study and analysis of the situational factors’’. Once employees go through the research phase the company can make a logical decision to help the business grow. This paper will cover the various factors of business research and its purpose in a company. Business research and purpose Business research can be identified as a, ‘‘systematic and organized effort to investigate a specific problem encountered in the work setting that needs a solution.’’ Business research is a combination of steps designed and executed to end with developing solution(s) to the problem(s). The purpose of going through the process of research is to provide managers with guidance to make informed decisions to successfully deal with problems. Businesses of all sizes have areas of problems that need to be dealt with; these problems can affect certain departments or the organization. Managers need to know the process of identifying problems and where to start applying new solution to help the business run effectively and efficiently Explain the business problems under investigation ‘‘Sandra had observed that her...
Words: 625 - Pages: 3
...NUMBER: 54953405 EDRHOD-G UNIQUE CODE: 824406 NAME: ODAME PRINCE ASAMOAH ADDRESS: 269 ANGELIER STREET, DELPORTSHOOP 8377 STUDENT NUMBER: 54953405 MODULE CODE: EDRHODG ASSIGNMENT NUMBER: 02 ASSIGNMENT UNIQUE NUMBER: 824406 1 STUDENT NUMBER: 54953405 EDRHOD-G UNIQUE CODE: 824406 TABLE OF CONTENTS INTRODUCTION……………………….3 BODY……………………………………….3 CONCLUSION…………………………..9 BIBLIOGRAPHY…………………………10 2 STUDENT NUMBER: 54953405 EDRHOD-G UNIQUE CODE: 824406 1.0 INTRODUCTION This assignment looks at the local and the national problems accounting for poor matriculation results and low educational standards. In terms of both the local and the national problems, the assignment begins with a research problem statement and its associated aims followed by motivational statements. This is followed by how the two research problems can be solved using the steps in problem solving. It ends with a conclusion. 2.0 STATEMENT OF THE LOCAL PROBLEM The aim of every High School in the Republic of South Africa is to ensure excellence performance in the matriculation results of its learners. High performance in this area reflects efficient and effective work done which culminates in the high standard of performance achieved. In spite of this stated aim, many High Schools continue to consistently register poor matriculation results over the last decade. Ogunbanjo (2001:14) states that in the past two decades, South Africa has witnessed continuous failure and poor performance among matriculates...
Words: 2313 - Pages: 10
... |Syllabus | | |College of Nursing | | |NUR/598 Version 4 | | |Research Utilization Project | Copyright © 2011, 2009, 2005, 2004, 2001, 2000, 1999 by University of Phoenix. All rights reserved. Course Description This is a graduate research course that focuses on the use of a body of nursing knowledge and scientific knowledge in the nursing practice setting. Students develop a proposal to address a problem or concern in the nursing practice, propose an evidence-based solution, develop an implementation and evaluation plan, and describe implementation strategies for the proposed solution. Policies Faculty and students/learners will be held responsible for understanding and adhering to all policies contained within the following two documents: • University policies: You must be logged into the student website to view this document. • Instructor policies: This document is posted in the Course Materials forum. University policies are subject to change. Be sure to read the policies at the beginning of each class. Policies may...
Words: 3033 - Pages: 13
...How To Develop A Research Strategy Gen/200 Date Instructor How To Develop A Research Strategy In this paper I have identified a problem I face in my day-to-day life, which is time management. I will discuss how to develop a research strategy to find a solution to my time management problem and include what information should be gathered, where the information can be obtained, how I evaluate the information that I gather, and explain how I will use the information to resolve the problem. Briefly Describe Problem One big problem I notice in my day-to-day life is the feeling like there isn’t enough time in the day to accomplish all the things I want to finish. At least not without some short cuts, or not giving a task the full attention it requires. On top of my already busy schedule, I decided to go back to school. This means managing my time properly is going to have to be priority number one. A lot of times, for me, time management means to just do less during a day or whatever the span of time is. Sometimes just doing less isn’t an option, for those times, it is going to be good to know other strategies to help me make more effective use of my time. Identify What Type of Information To Gather In order to find ways for me to improve my time management skills I need to gather information such as research and studies that have been done to help university students. For even more specific information I can search for articles, peer-reviewed papers...
Words: 965 - Pages: 4
...about business research in week one. Specifically learned how to recognize situations that need many require research and how to determine the significance, magnitude, and feasibility of finding a solution to the situation, problem, issue or opportunity. We also learned much about ethical research. In week one as a team we learned about the different ways to recognize and find solutions for situations, problems, issues, and opportunities. Identified ethical issues in business research and discussed the business research process and recognizing a situation as a manager that needs to be addressing is a critical function that must be done in order to run and manage a successful business. Once a problem has been identified, knowing the steps to help you find a solution is the best way to gain the results you are after. These steps include manager questions, research questions, investigative questions and measurement questions. In any given situation it's important to find solutions in order to gain from that opportunity. Without using decision making tools the team wouldn't have alternate choices to consider and the problem or question would not be address effectively. Any business situation to finding a solution to this situation, you must find out what the problem and will it apply within the specific business. The research process starts with clarifying the research question with the goal of clarifying and defining the problem or dilemma. Stage two of the research process includes...
Words: 458 - Pages: 2
...Checklist for Research Proposal and Outline Use the checklist below to be sure that all elements of the research proposal and outline exist. If you are evaluating someone else’s paper, put his/ her name here: ______________________________/ Your name: __________________________ Name of Element: | Yes: | No: | Comments or Suggestions for Improvement: | First Item of the Research Proposal: | Does the writer have a topic? | | | | Is the topic a current problem? | | | | Second Item of the Research Proposal: | Does the writer have a research question that repeats the topic and identifies the objective? | | | | Is the topic about the problem and/or solution? | | | | Third Item of the Research Proposal: | Is there are thesis statement that identifies the problem and solution? | | | | Is the thesis statement clear? | | | | Fourth Item of the Research Proposal: | Does the writer include a research plan regarding where he/she plans to conduct research? | | | | Is there a timetable for research related assignments, including dates for completion? | | | | Research Outline: | I. Does the writer include an introduction or plan of introduction? | | | | I. Is there a working thesis statement? | | | | II. Is there a topic sentence with the first reason for the problem? | | | | III. Is there a topic sentence with the second reason for the problem? | | | | IV. Is there a topic sentence with the first solution? | | | | ...
Words: 290 - Pages: 2
...OPERATION RESEARCH Credits: 4 SYLLABUS Development Definition, Characteristics and phase of Scientific Method, Types of models. General methods for solving operations research models. Allocation: Introduction to linear programming formulation, graphical solution, Simplex ethod, artificial variable technique, Duality principle. Sensitivity analysis. Transportation Problem Formulation optimal solution. Unbalanced transportation problems, Degeneracy. Assignment problem, Formulation optimal solution, Variation i.e., Non-square (m x n) matrix restrictions. Sequencing Introduction, Terminology, notations and assumptions, problems with n-jobs and two machines, optimal sequence algorithm, problems with n-jobs and three machines, problems with n-jobs and m-machines, graphic solutions. Travelling salesman problem. Replacement Introduction, Replacement of items that deteriorate with time – value of money unchanging and changing, Replacement of items that fail completely. Queuing Models M.M.1 & M.M.S. system cost considerations. Theory of games introduction, Two-person zero-sum games, The Maximum –Minimax principle, Games without saddle points – Mixed Strategies, 2 x n and m x 2 Games – Graphical solutions, Dominance property, Use of L.P. to games, Algebraic solutions to rectangular games. Inventory Introduction, inventory costs, Independent demand systems: Deterministic models – Fixed order size systems – Economic order quantity (EOQ) – Single items, back ordering...
Words: 30976 - Pages: 124
...Situation In recent years, St. George has been plagued with a landfill scarcity crisis. Growing environmental negligence has caused this scarcity. Parktopia produces 15% of all total waste in St. George, making us the largest waste producer in the area. We need to take responsibility and help solve our city’s landfill scarcity problem. Methodology We used a framework called MECE (mutually exclusive, collectively exhaustive). MECE allows us to find problems that are relevant towards our situation. The methodology allowed us to identify three areas of research that influence the solution that solves our problem; these three spheres of research are cost, community, and competition. Research The first sphere of research is about cost. We identified that the largest increasing cost in Parktopia is the trash disposal cost. The second sphere of research, which dealt with community, identified that our community is burdened by the increasing trash disposal cost and landfill scarcity. The last sphere of research identified that recycling programs are helping our competition reduce costs. Solution The solution that solves all three spheres of research is a recycling program. Our recycling program includes 100 plastic and 100 paper containers, along with formal employee training. The proposed start date is January 1, 2015. Introduction Since 1954, Parktopia has served as one of the leading amusement parks in the Midwest. The park was built in St. George because of...
Words: 1917 - Pages: 8
...Operations Research and its Prospects in Pakistan Prof. Dr. Shoaib ud Din Mathematics Department Punjab University, Lahore, Pakistan Operations Research has had an increasingly great impact on the management of organizations in the recent years. In fact, with the exception of advent of electronic computer, the extent of this impact seems to be unrivalled by that of any other recent development. However, all the development in this field has gone almost unnoticed in most developing countries including Pakistan. This article is an effort to introduce Mathematics community in the country to the subject and its achievements. A brief history In order to appreciate the importance of OR in the world today it is important that we know something of its history and evolution. Although roots of Operations Research can be traced back many decades, it is generally agreed that this discipline began during World War II. During the War team of British scientists with diverse background were called upon to study the strategic and tactical problems associated with air and land defense of the country. The establishment of this scientific team marked the first formal Operations Research activity. Their efforts were allegedly instrumental in winning the Air Battle of Britain, The Island Campaign in the Pacific, the Battle of the North Atlantic, and so on. The name Operations Research-Operational Research in the United Kingdom – was apparently coined because the problems assigned to this team...
Words: 1347 - Pages: 6
...plenty of research and studies on this subject. Conducting research on alcoholism, there will be vast information from clinical studies with certain classifications of people, and groups. I would check with official statistics, mass media, public opinion, and views from influential groups. I would want to know questions such as, “how is alcoholism a social problem?” The answers will range from medical, social, economic, and even cultural issues. The sources involved would be from credible sources, such as www.arg.org which is an alcohol research group. The National Institute on Alcohol Abuse and Alcoholism has plenty of information; they lead the national effort to reduce problems associated with alcohol. My personal experience will also be added information on the problem. Working out the details of my solution to the problem will involve me getting as much research information done. Visualizing the solution will help me include my own personal experiences, and information from credible sources will substantiate the solutions to the problem. The information gathered will have to be examined for imperfections. The information will need to be clearly understood to all audiences involved. The solutions I come up with will be compared to other sources, and what changes my solution will make. The terminologies involved will need to be explained in detail for clarity to all ages. I understand that I may have to go over several ideas to improve my solution. The solution that worked...
Words: 385 - Pages: 2
...STATEMENT PROBLEM YOUR PROPOSAL WRITING COMPANION Compiled by Henry M. Bwisa Professor of Entrepreneurship Jomo Kenyatta University of Agriculture and Technology E-mail bwihem@yahoo.com Website www.professorbwisa.com November 2008 INTRODUCTION It is a constant complaint among those who evaluate proposals that the most frequent deficiency noted by them is the lack of a clear problem 1 statement to define and guide the inquiry. The issue of how to write a problem statement becomes important. WHAT IS A RESEARCH PROBLEM? Generally speaking a research problem is a situation that needs a solution and for which there are possible solutions. If a situation has no possible solutions then it makes little or no sense expending resources researching it. Take this statement, “everybody wants to go to heaven but nobody wants to die”. Dying looks like a problem that needs a solution yet there is no possible solution to it. People must die. A research on how people can live forever makes little or no sense. A research problem may be described as an incongruence; a discrepancy between what is and what ought to be. It may be also described as the gap in knowledge that needs to be filled. WHAT IS A PROBLEM STATEMENT? A problem statement is the description of an issue currently existing which needs to be addressed. It provides the context for the research study and generates the questions which the research aims to answer. The statement of the problem is the focal point of any research. A good...
Words: 2640 - Pages: 11
...MGT600-1205A-03: Business Research for Decision Making Unit 1 IP Dr. Anthony Matias MGT600-1205A-03 Christine Blewett Abstract This paper will show the differences and similarities between formal research and a business proposal. After looking at different findings, the differences between both concepts exceed the similarities. It will then look at different studies done by many researchers to support the Hypothesis that Organizational Learning is indeed a predictor of effective strategic management. This paper will present how organizational learning can help managers with their strategic thinking to better execute goals and tasks. In the world today, we are surrounded by millions of businesses. We rely on these businesses for many of our essential needs. They provide us with food, clothes, entertainment and so much more. So, when problems occur in a business, it does not only affect the company itself but us as well. It is crucial that businesses run smoothly, and those who are in command know of solutions when certain problems arise to avoid negative outcomes. Those in charge are often called Business Manager’s. Business manager's come across problems on a day to day basis, whether big or small, managers must resolve these problems by making the right decision(Uma Sekaran, 2010, p. 2). Depending on the dilemma, decisions and solutions can be quite difficult to come up with so a process to make this task easier can be extremely helpful to the manager. Also...
Words: 1624 - Pages: 7
...2013-06-25 Optimization Using Simulation of the Vehicle Routing Problem International Science Index Vol:7, No:6, 2013 waset.org/Publication/15351 Nayera E. El-Gharably, Khaled S. El-Kilany, and Aziz E. El-Sayed Keywords—Discrete event system simulation, optimization using simulation, vehicle routing problem. points or require a solution to be found quickly. Computational time on the fastest computers for optimization methods has been too long for many practical problems. Cognitive, heuristic, or combination heuristic-optimization solution procedures have been good alternatives [8]. The aim of this work is threefold; to present a new mathematical formulation of the VRP problem that uses fewer decision variables, to show how to model the TSP problem as a discrete event simulation model, and to employ the developed simulation model in finding the optimum/near optimum solution of the problem. This paper is organized as follows: in Section II, the basic concepts of VRP and the solution techniques found in literature will be briefly discussed. In Section III, proposed problem formulations will be presented followed by the simulation model development and optimization using simulation in sections IV and V. Finally, in section VI, the conclusions drawn from this work are presented. I. INTRODUCTION II. LITERATURE REVIEW HE vehicle routing problem (VRP) is one of the most intensively studied problems in operations research, and this is due to its structural charm as well as practical...
Words: 4604 - Pages: 19
...Business Research: Part I Funding is an essential and key element to any business. Whether a home-based or multimillion dollar industry everything within business comes down to funding. Therefore; Lack of funding is the most common problem amongst businesses. Learning Team “A” will not only explore questions to determine the cause of the problem, but also the team will consider alternate variables to resolve this situation. Having the ability to manage a lack of funding is one of the most challenging problems for management. Purpose of Research The purpose of conducting research is for the company to determine what factors may contribute to the company’s lack of funding. Without the use of research to determine the cause, the company has perceptions and theories with no solid evidence to determine the problem and a cause for the problem. Additionally, conducting research into the problem and possible causes could lead the organization to finding solutions to combat the problem. Research Questions The management dilemma is the lack of funding available for organization. The questions that management will ask during its research are how can the management of the organization solve the lack of funding? The main research question is, what can management do to increase the funding for the organization? What can the management change in the organization’s budget to make the funding sufficient? The question to investigate is why has funding decreased and what effect does this...
Words: 988 - Pages: 4
