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Evidence Guide: MTMBUS802A - Undertake research project

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MTMBUS802A - Undertake research project

What evidence can you provide to prove your understanding of each of the following citeria?

Define topic

  1. Research issue is identified and scoped.
  2. Research questions are developed and refined.
  3. Research methodologies are identified.
  4. Hypotheses are developed.
Research issue is identified and scoped.

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Research questions are developed and refined.

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Research methodologies are identified.

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Hypotheses are developed.

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Undertake literature review

  1. Suitable sources of literature are identified.
  2. Literature outcomes are analysed and presented.
  3. Research questions and strategy are refined in light of literature review findings.
Suitable sources of literature are identified.

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Literature outcomes are analysed and presented.

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Research questions and strategy are refined in light of literature review findings.

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Undertake research

  1. Research instruments are developed and validated.
  2. Ethical and confidentiality requirements are identified and addressed.
  3. Environmental sustainability issues associated with the research are identified.
  4. Research is undertaken.
  5. Findings are recorded.
Research instruments are developed and validated.

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Ethical and confidentiality requirements are identified and addressed.

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Environmental sustainability issues associated with the research are identified.

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Research is undertaken.

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Findings are recorded.

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Present findings

  1. Research outcomes are analysed.
  2. Research methodology is reviewed and analysed.
  3. Recommendations are developed.
  4. Research report is prepared and presented.
  5. Report is presented for peer review.
Research outcomes are analysed.

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Research methodology is reviewed and analysed.

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Recommendations are developed.

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Research report is prepared and presented.

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Report is presented for peer review.

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Instructions to Assessors

Evidence Guide

The evidence guide provides advice on assessment and must be read in conjunction with the performance criteria, required skills and knowledge, range statement and the Assessment Guidelines for the Training Package.

Overview of assessment

Critical aspects for assessment and evidence required to demonstrate competency in this unit

Evidence of the following is essential:

comprehensive literature review

formulate a research proposal or plan which includes:

specific research questions or hypotheses

valid population or sample size

description of the geographical, cultural, social or institutional context within which the research will be carried out

full description of the data collection methods

analysis of the limitations to research design

design appropriate tools and techniques

research report with analysis of data, and valid and reliable findings

utility and relevance of the research results.

Context of and specific resources for assessment

Assessment must ensure:

research activity relates to an actual workplace or industry context and topic

competence is demonstrated using a range of tools and techniques appropriate to the given situations and research topic.

Method of assessment

A range of assessment methods should be used to assess practical skills and knowledge. The following examples are appropriate for this unit:

completed literature review

projects or assessment activities relating to conducting research

observation of contextual application of skills

peer reviewed research report.

Guidance information for assessment

Holistic assessment with other units relevant to the industry sector, workplace and job role is recommended, for example, with other units in the qualification in which this unit is packaged.

Required Skills and Knowledge

This section describes the skills and knowledge required for this unit.

Required skills

Ability to:

use analysis and interpretation skills to:

critically review other research strategies, analyses and findings

apply research findings to a current issue

select relevant information and documentation

use communication and negotiation skills to:

present and explain research ideas

gain commitment to participate in research activity

present findings

use develop and conduct research activity

undertake risk assessment and resolve blockages

Required knowledge

Knowledge of:

relevant legislation and regulatory requirements impacting on research activity

research strategies and techniques

data collection methods

risk assessment and monitoring strategies, including environmental risk analysis

strategies to evaluate and analyse effectiveness of research approach

environmental sustainability principles

Range Statement

The range statement relates to the unit of competency as a whole. It allows for different work environments and situations that may affect performance. Bold italicised wording, if used in the performance criteria, is detailed below. Essential operating conditions that may be present with training and assessment (depending on the work situation, needs of the candidate, accessibility of the item, and local industry and regional contexts) may also be included.

Research issue must have an industry or sectoral focus and may include:

new product or process development

change management technique or strategy

marketing initiative

review of current processes and practices

potential industry application and impact of new technology or processes.

Research methodologies may include:

qualitative or quantitative research strategies

pre-existing research instruments

naturalistic methodologies

action research.

Hypotheses may include:

an existing belief that requires confirmation through research

statement of anticipated outcome.

Suitable sources of literature may include:

available electronic databases

interest research

library research

industry associations

industry publications

conference proceedings

experts

workplace documentation.

Ethical requirements may include:

consultation with an ethics committee

cultural practices and considerations

impact on the individual

impact on a community

animal welfare

environmental practices.

Environmental sustainability issues may include:

waste minimisation

use and reuse of resources

environmental risk analysis

impact of outcomes of research (e.g. on waste reduction, increases in energy and resource efficiencies, and recycling).

Record findings may include:

using electronic databases

recording and transcribing interviews

coding responses and findings.