JSBJ1130 Research and Theories in Business Studies (6 cr)
Study level:
Postgraduate studies
Grading scale:
Pass - fail
Language:
English, Finnish
Responsible organisation:
Jyväskylä University School of Business and Economics
Curriculum periods:
2026-2027, 2027-2028
Description
The course provides a comprehensive overview of key theoretical trends in business studies, current research topics, and recent empirical developments, with a particular emphasis on research related to JSBE’s priority areas. The course is organized into thematic modules that introduce the fundamental concepts of different areas of business research, key classical texts, and current theoretical developments. Students select the module that best supports their own dissertation, thereby gaining an overview of the development and current state of their research field.
During the course, doctoral students keep a reflective learning diary in which they examine how the selected thematic module deepened their understanding of the field. In addition, they evaluate how the course content influences their research thinking and any necessary adjustments to their research plan.
Learning outcomes
After completing the course, the doctoral student will
- be familiar with the key theoretical traditions and current research trends in their dissertation field
- be able to analyze and compare the theoretical and empirical foundations of different research areas
- be able to reflect on how the themes of the course deepen their understanding of the positioning of their dissertation within the field
- be able to evaluate and revise their own research plan based on what they have learned in the courseCompletion methods
Method 1
Evaluation criteria:
Completion of tasks requiring a “Pass” grade
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Independent study (6 cr)
Type:
Independent study
Grading scale:
Pass - fail
Language:
English, Finnish