LOG570 Research Methods (Autumn 2026)
- ECTS Credits:
- 7.5
- Responsible faculty:
- Avdeling for logistikk
- Campus:
- Molde
- Course Leader:
- Nina Pereira Kvadsheim
- Teaching language:
- English
- Study level:
- {code=LN, name=Foundation courses, level I}
- Duration:
- ½ year
Table of contents
Contents
This course is designed to develop proficiency in collecting, analyzing, and reporting qualitative data, using a variety of tools and methods.We will use literature that describes how to conduct qualitative research. The course will be highly interactive. In addition to reading about methods, students will practice crafting qualitative research to explore how it can effectively be used in their own thesis projects. The course will take the students through the full cycle of qualitative research from research design to data collection, data analysis, writing it up and presenting.
This course is highly recommended for students taking SCM600 (Bachelor thesis)
The course is connected to the following study programs
- Bachelor in Logistics and Supply Chain Management
The student's learning outcomes after passing the exam
Learning outcomes
After completion of the course, the students will be able to:
Knowledge
- understand different types of qualitative research and their importance in logistics.
- have an insight into the main principles of qualitative research in logistics.
- gain knowledge of various qualitative data collection techniques.
- learn about qualitative data analysis techniques.
- understand ethical considerations and challenges associated with conducting research.
Skills
- design and conduct effective interviews and focus groups.
- gain hands-on experience in analysing qualitative data.
- enhance their critical thinking by evaluating qualitative research studies.
- carry out a simple, limited research or project in line with current research ethics norms.
- communicate about academic issues, analyses and conclusions.
Competence
- apply qualitative methods to real-world logistics challenges.
- communicate and discuss research in a clear-cut manner.
- discuss and raise questions about methodological issues that are relevant to their dissertations and thereby develop their own research projects.
Exam
The course assessment has two components: a group assignment (40%) and a written exam (60%). Students must complete the assignment in groups, and the final exam may also be taken in groups (of two) if needed. The assignment counts toward the final grade, and all members of a group receive the same mark. Additionally, a take-home exam involving proposal writing and presentation is included. Both components must be successfully completed to pass the course.
Examination 1
- Form of assessment: Continuous assessment (Assignment)
- Proportion: 40 %
- Duration: One semester
- Grouping: Group
- Grading scale: Letter (A - F)
- Support material: The slides, books and articles used during the course will be uploaded on Canvas.
Examination 2
- Form of assessment: Home Exam
- Proportion: 60 %
- Duration: One semester
- Grouping: Individual or in groups of two people
- Grading scale: Letter (A - F)
- Support material: The slides, books and articles used during the course will be uploaded on Canvas.