MMM059-Market Research

Module Provider: Marketing and Reputation
Number of credits: 20 [10 ECTS credits]
Level:7
Terms in which taught: Autumn term module
Pre-requisites:
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Current from: 2023/4

Module Convenor: Dr Katrin Scherschel
Email: k.scherschel@henley.ac.uk

Type of module:

Summary module description:

This MSc Module is intended to provide a foundation in market research. It will help students to develop relevant knowledge and skills required to conduct market research. 

Aims:

This module provides students with the skills needed to understand how market research is used as a tool for generating business insights and informing business decisions. Businesses increasingly rely on a range of research methods to provide answers to key business problems. This module is designed to acquaint the students with commonly used methods of data collection and analysis, as well as issues around reliability, validity and research ethics. 

Assessable learning outcomes:

As a result of this module, students will:  

• Demonstrate an understanding of the research problems encountered by managers and approaches to commissioning market research.  

• Show the ability to frame research questions and apply appropriate methods as part of a research strategy.   

• Critically evaluate the strengths and weaknesses of different research techniques and the difficulties of applying them in the real world.  

• Demonstrate knowledge of ethical issues within market research. 

Additional outcomes:

Outline content:

An overview of market research will be provided in the introductory lecture; these themes will be developed throughout the rest of the module. 

Brief description of teaching and learning methods:

This module will be based on a variety of teaching methods including lectures, class discussions, and practical sessions. 

Summative assessment- Examinations:

Summative assessment- Coursework and in-class tests:

A group written assignment of 3,500 words based on an empirical research project (40%). (Week 14) 

An individual reflective report of 2,000 words based on an empirical group research project (60%). (Week 20) 

Formative assessment methods:

Students will receive formative feedback on several occasions, including feedback given during the seminars as well as lectures. 

Penalties for late submission:

Penalties for late submission on this module are in accordance with the University policy. Please refer to page 5 of the Postgraduate Guide to Assessment for further information: http://www.reading.ac.uk/internal/exams/student/exa-guidePG.aspx 

Assessment requirements for a pass:

A weighted average mark of individual written assignment and individual written report of 50%.

Reassessment arrangements:

Resubmission of a new written report (on a different topic) in August/ September.

Additional Costs (specified where applicable):

Last updated: 28 July 2023