RSCH6110 week 10 DB

Identify and discuss the advantages and disadvantages of using existing data for secondary data analysis. Provide at least one example for each. In your opinion, do you think the advantages outweigh the disadvantages? Why or why not?

As part of case-study research based in a textile company with over 800 customers, you have been given access to an internal market research report. This was undertaken by the company’s marketing department. The report presents the results of a recent customer survey as percentages. The section in the report that describes how the data were collected and analyzed is reproduced below: “Data were collected from a sample of current customers selected from our customer database. The data were collected using an Internet-mediated questionnaire designed and administered via the google forms. Thirty-nine customers responded, resulting in an 18.7 per cent response rate. These data were analyzed using the SPSS computer software. Additional qualitative data based on in-depth interviews with customers were also included. Do you consider these data are likely to be reliable? Give reasons for your answer.

Explain the distinction between replacement and nonreplacement sampling. Which method do auditors typically use? Why?

It is recommended to write the literature review within the introduction of the recent research. Select one: True False

If you're making recommendations for further research, be sure to undermine your own work. Select one: True False

create a Data Collection for a research methodology this must include  Identify the instrument(s) used; Describe the instrument(s), e.g. number of items, types of items, sections, etc; Describe instrument development or adaptation; and Describe how validity of the instrument was obtained

Write a note on "importance of regression analysis in research"

Why is the correct identification of the measurement scale of the variables important in Quantitative Business Research?

List statistical tools that can be used for a quantitative research or a survey type and how to use them for data analysis.

Suppose a researcher is conducting a field experiment on the effectiveness of a training program on employee’s productivity on a group of employees in an organization who had been trained recently. The researcher wants to compare the productivity with the control group of similar employees who did not take the training program.  In such a case which type of Research design is used and why.  What are the different types of Research designs are used?

Explain the concept of validity in business research. Discuss the various types of validity with examples

Provide 3-4 examples of research topics that would be appropriate for evaluation research.

List two (2) advantages and Two (2) disadvantages of the Observation Method of datacollection.

The Peach Pit is a café that wishes to know if their online ratings accurately represent their performance or are the result of a loud minority. Wanting to please their biggest customers, they decide to only survey those who spend over $40. To ensure they get feedback, the restaurant managers decide they will personally ask diners when presenting them with the bill. a) Identify the sampling method used. b) What types of error or bias (if any) could result from this scenario?

Define and give an example of each of the methods of gathering survey data. Under what circumstances should researcherschoose a specific approach?

1.The most critical criterion in selecting a sampling technique is    A.how well the sample represents the population being studied  B.the size of the sample  C.the sampling methodology used to select the sample  D.the sampling unit      2.When examining a research problem, prior research a company has conducted on a previous research question would be classified as    A.internal secondary data  B.internal primary data  C.external secondary data  D.external primary data    3. The first step in the marketing research process is to define the issue or problem. The second step is to    A.examine secondary data for relevant information  B.conduct a primary research study  C.decide if an outside research firm will be used or if the research will be conducted internally  D.analyze and interpret the data

How do you explain descriptive statistics in business research?

What is role of sample decisions in business research? Explain. Discuss the major sample decisions. Explain & elaborate – with examples

Difference between Business statistics and Business Analytics”.

Explain the difference between replacement sampling and nonreplacement sampling. Which method do auditors usually follow? Why?

What are some of the basic issues that should be addressed at a research request meeting? Outline the nine steps in questionnaire design. What are some of the most common errors in the wording of questions? Explain what the primary and secondary data terms mean.

Non-systematic observation is a method used in quantitative research. True False

In managing the risks associated with statistically based research decisions, which is NOT likely something the researcher can select?   Group of answer choices 1. alpha 2. beta 3. delta 4, sample size 5. sigma

When implementing action research, discuss specific steps that should be taken to ensure the validity and reliability of the data that is being collected. Provide specific examples to illustrate your ideas.

Discuss the value of observation in a research project.