DEPARTMENT OF BUSINESS
BUSINESS MANAGEMENT
RESEARCH METHODS
END OF TERM EXAM
Instructions to candidates
This paper consists of TWO sections.
Answer ALL questions in the answer booklet provided.
Maximum marks for each question are as indicated.
Write your answers in the answer book provided.
No mobile phones are allowed in the examination room.
Candidates should answer the questions in English.
QUESTIONS 1 2 3 4 5 6 TOTAL
MARKS
AWARDED
Turn
1. (a) Explain the purpose of research (8 marks)
(b) Explain three types of research (10 marks)
(c) State and explain the qualities of good research objectives (12 marks)
2. (a) Discuss the importance literature review in a research (12 marks)
(b) Discuss four data collection instruments and how they are used (8 marks)
3. (a) Design and state a good researchable topic of your choice (5 marks)
(b) Using the topic you have chosen, develop a statement of the problem (7 marks)
(c) State four specific objectives in your topic (8 marks)
4. (a) Explain any four sampling methods (12 marks)
(b) Explain a research abstract and what it contains (8 marks)
5. State and explain the Components of research methodology of a research proposal. (20 marks)