Module manager: Yujie Hu
Email: Y.Hu2@leeds.ac.uk
Taught: Semesters 1 & 2 (Sep to Jun) View Timetable
Year running 2025/26
LUBS 5300M Research Methods LUBS 5305M Research Methods 2
This module is not approved as an Elective
The module provides students with theoretical and practical knowledge of the main methods used in studies of Human Resource Management together with a broad understanding of research methods in the social sciences.
Upon completion of this module students will be able to:
- Recognise different perspectives on the philosophy of social science
- Prepare to undertake methodologically sound research projects and to produce a high quality independent piece of research on an HR issue
- Evaluate the appropriateness of different research strategies
- Identify the uses, strengths and weaknesses of a range of research strategies and techniques, including case study analysis, participant observation, interviews, secondary data, surveys, questionnaire design and comparative research
- Carry out qualitative and quantitative data analysis.
- Critically evaluate existing research in Human Resource Management
Upon completion of this module students will be able to:
Transferable
- Manipulate and interpret data using both quantitative and qualitative methods
- To be able to formulate plans for personal and professional development
- Reflect on cross-cultural communication issues and consider appropriate solutions
Subject Specific
- Apply ethically sound research practice to researching HRM issues
Indicative content
The module introduces students to research methods and techniques by studying topics such as philosophy and research methods, research design, in depth interview techniques and participant observation, qualitative and quantitative analysis, secondary data, survey research, questionnaire design, ethics and comparative research.
| Delivery type | Number | Length hours | Student hours |
|---|---|---|---|
| Workshop | 3 | 2 | 6 |
| Lecture | 10 | 2 | 20 |
| Seminar | 7 | 1 | 7 |
| Private study hours | 117 | ||
| Total Contact hours | 33 | ||
| Total hours (100hr per 10 credits) | 150 | ||
This could include a variety of activities, such as reading, watching videos, question practice and exam preparation.
Your teaching methods could include a variety of delivery models, such as face-to-face teaching, live webinars, discussion boards and other interactive activities. There will be opportunities for formative feedback throughout the module.
| Assessment type | Notes | % of formal assessment |
|---|---|---|
| Portfolio | 2,500 word Research Portfolio | 100 |
| Total percentage (Assessment Coursework) | 100 | |
The resit for this module will be assessed 100% by 2,500 word coursework.
The reading list is available from the Library website
Last updated: 30/04/2025
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