Business Research Methods Questions with Answers – 2023 Fall, (BBA/BBA-BI/BBA-TT/BCIS/BHCM/BHM)

Business Research Methods Questions

Section “A”

Very Short Answer Questions [10*2]

1. Mention any two features of scientific research.

2. Differentiate between Deduction and Induction methods for drawing conclusions.

3. Research starts with a Problem. How?

4. Write about few lines on “Focus Group Study”.

5. Show the importance of ethical considerations in business research.

6. What are the initial steps of Data Analysis?

7. Distinguish between Parametric and Non-Parametric tests.

8. What is APA Style? Give an example of dual authored book.

9. Differentiate between data and information.

10. State the purpose of research report.

Section “B”

Descriptive Answer Questions [6*10]

11. How can a Business Research be a Scientific Research? “Scientific Research is a Step-by-step flow of a number of activities.” Explain this statement with a suitable diagram.

12. It is very essential to review the available literature before designing the research. Why? Explain the steps in literature review. What are the guidelines to be followed?

13. What is the role of hypothesis testing in data analysis? Explain the types of hypothesis. State some criteria of a good hypothesis statement.

14. Research Desing is the roadmap for conducting a research. Explain this statement and discuss the types of qualitative research design in brief.

15. Why do we need Scales in Research? Write short notes on some of the most commonly used techniques to measure attitude in Research. Give examples and draw diagrams wherever necessary.

16. Do you think Questionnaire is the most widely used method for Data Collection? Justify your point of view. Write down the important principles to be followed while preparing a Questionnaire.

17. Why is it necessary to write a Research Proposal before conducting a Research? List out the components of Research Proposal and explain them in short.

Section “C”

Case Analysis

In the contemporary landscape of higher education, a growing number of students, upon completing their +2 education, are increasingly deciding to pursue their academic degrees in foreign countries. This trend has raised significant concerns over the potential brain drain, posing a dual challenge for both universities and the nation.

The Ministry of Education, Nepal, recognizing the gravity of the situation, has commissioned a research initiative to investigate the root causes behind this student migration. The study aims to pursue education abroad, examining aspects such as academic offerings, career opportunities, economic considerations, government policies, and societal influences. You are one of the member of the research project. Being a member of the research committee, you are assigned to answer the following questions.

Questions:
a) Based on the above research problem, formulate research questions for the study.
b) Suggest and describe the research design suitable for the research.
c) What research tool(s) will you use to collect data? Why?
d) Formulate a theoretical framework for the research.