Семинар наставника «Методология научных исследований в сфере менеджмента науки, технологий и инноваций»

Магистратура 2025/2026

Статус: Курс обязательный (Управление в сфере науки, технологий и инноваций)

Кто читает: Департамент образовательных программ

Когда читается: 2-й курс, 1-3 модуль

Охват аудитории: для своего кампуса

Преподаватели: Стрельцова Екатерина Александровна

Язык: английский

Контактные часы: 64

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Abstract

This compulsory course for students of the Master Program ‘Science, Technology and Innovation Management and Policy’ at the National Research University Higher School of Economics (HSE). It is delivered during both years of studies, and its length is 456 academic hours in total of which 132 are classroom hours and 324 hours are devoted to self-study. The first part of the course (1st year) addresses the design, preparation and implementation of research projects. Its central objective is to equip students with the knowledge and skills necessary to independently plan and pursue academic research. To do so, the course starts with an outline of the main philosophical assumptions of qualitative and quantitative research methodologies. Students will learn to critically reflect on the implications these assumptions have for the research design and methodology. Further, the course discusses the key steps of scientific work – research topic identification and problematization, questions and hypotheses formulation, writing a comprehensive literature review, etc. Particular attention is given to the research methods often used in the field of STI studies: survey, interview, case study, secondary statistical data analysis, etc. The course then continues with a block of lectures and seminars on data analysis, interpretation and presentation. The second part of the course (2nd year) is designed to extend students’ expertise in the field of STI studies: to introduce them to the forefront research topics and practical issues, addressed by experts and academic community; to share the first-hand experience of using different methods for STI-related research projects; and to discuss the typical mistakes and helpful research tips. Equally, the course aims to assist students in choosing relevant topics for their master research, writing their master theses research proposals (MTRPs), and their further realization in master theses. The course is reading- and writing-intensive. The final grade is based on the number of activities organized during the two years of studies.

Learning Objectives

To provide students with practical knowledge and skills necessary for the successful development of a research proposal and further realization of their research projects (Year 1).
To broaden students’ knowledge on social studies research methods, especially those traditionally used in STI studies (Year 1).
To train students’ analytical and critical thinking skills (Year 1).
To extend students’ expertise in the field of STI (Year 2).
To assist students in identifying relevant topics for their master research, and developing proper research design (Year 2).
To equip students with knowledge and skills necessary for the successful development of MTRPs and further realization of their research projects (Year 2).
To train students’ analytical and critical thinking skills (Year 2).

Expected Learning Outcomes

Ability to devote resources to long-term management strategies and collaboration with research base for improving management concepts
Ability to identify and communicate the form and amount of information needed for decision making; check completeness, process and interpret information
Ability to identify and describe problems, develop problem solution strategies, find information and data sources and process these.

Course Contents

Year 1. 1.1. Introduction to the course
Year 1. 1.2. Term paper guidelines and regulations
Year 1. 2. STI studies: overview of the academic field
Year 1. 3.1. Research design and its key elements: research topic, problem, questions, goals, hypotheses
Year 1. 3.2. Literature review: strategies and algorithms
Year 1. 4.1. Research methodologies and method selection
Year 1. 4.2. Documents as empirical research data: systemic literature review, meta-analysis, content analysis
Year 1. 4.3. Survey research
Year 1. 4.4. Interview and focus group
Year 1. 4.5. Sample
Year 1. 4.6. Case study
Year 1. 6.1. Introduction to data analysis
Year 1. 6.2. Quantitative data analysis
Year 1. 6.3. Qualitative data analysis
Year 1. 5. Using AI for research
Year 1. 7. TP research outline
Year 1. 7.2 Writing research proposal
Year 2. 8.1. Introduction to the course. Master thesis guidelines and regulations.
Year 2. 8.2. Research basics: a brief tour to research design and academic writing
Year 2. 9.1. Science in/for the modern world: new challenges and responses
Year 2. 9.2. Un-isolated science: a dialogue with society and government
Year 2. 9.3. Commercialization of research: strategies and barriers
Year 2. 9.4. Social impact of technological progress
Year 2. 10. MT training
Year 2. 11.1 MTRPs
Consultations on individual research projects are provided on request.
Year 2. 11.2. MTRP oral defence

Assessment Elements

In-class assignments (Year 1)
For five classes, there are special tasks designed to control the preparation for the session (based on required and optional readings) and understanding of the topic under discussion (quizzes, short essays, work in groups, participation in group discussions, pitch presentations, etc.).
Master Thesis Research Proposal (defense, Year 2)
MTRP is to be presented and defended orally, in a form of a presentation of 15-20 minutes. The presentation should cover all the elements required in written MTRP.
Master Thesis Research Proposal (written, Year 2)
MTRP is a brief introduction of a research project designed for a master thesis. It should include the following elements: - Title; - Introduction, including (preliminary) literature review and problem statement; - Research questions and/or hypotheses; - Aims and goals; - Methodology (methods and techniques to be used, incl. explanation of the choice); - Scientific and/or practical novelty/relevance of research; - Time plan. MTRP is evaluated by the course director. MTRP is not limited in volume, the minimum is 3 pp. Deadline for submission (via e-mail, to the course director) is announced at the first seminar.
Homework (Year 1)
There are two homework tasks during the course: - (individual) a quantitative data analysis (identifying the level of measurement within a questionnaire; calculating basic descriptive statistics) - (in groups) a qualitative data analysis followed by a presentation of the results. All the tasks are obligatory and evaluated according to the quality (of the design or analysis) and presentation (coherence, clarity) of the results.
In-class assignments (Year 2)
For five classes, there are special tasks designed to control the preparation for the session (based on required and optional readings) and understanding of the topic under discussion (quizzes, short essays, work in groups, participation in group discussions, pitch presentations, etc.).
Term Paper Research Proposal (Year 1)
TPRP is a brief introduction of a research project designed to write a term paper. It should include the following elements: - Title; - Introduction, including (preliminary) literature review and problem statement; - Research questions and/or hypotheses; - Aims and goals; - Methodology (methods and techniques to be used, incl. explanation of the choice); - Scientific and/or practical novelty/relevance of research; - Time plan. TPRP is not limited in volume, the minimum is 3 pp.

Interim Assessment

2024/2025 4th module
Year 1 = 35% In-class participation + 30% Homework + 35% TP Research Proposal Year 2 (total for the course) = 20% Mentor’s Seminar (1st year) + 30% In-class participation + 30% MTRP (written) + 20% MTRP (defense)
2025/2026 3rd module
Year 1 = 35% In-class assignments + 30% Homework + 35% TP Research Proposal Year 2 = 5*10% In-class assignment + 30% MTRP (written) + 20% MTRP (defence)

Bibliography

Recommended Core Bibliography

Alvesson M., Spicer A. (2016) (Un)Conditional surrender? Why do professionals willingly comply with managerialism // Journal of Organizational Change Management, 29(1). – 29-45.
Content analysis : an introduction to its methodology, Krippendorff, K., 2004
Content analysis : an introduction to its methodology, Krippendorff, K., 2013
Jenny Rowley. (2014). Designing and using research questionnaires. Management Research Review, (3), 308. https://doi.org/10.1108/MRR-02-2013-0027?utm_campaign=RePEc&WT.mc_id=RePEc
Martin, B. R. (2016). Twenty challenges for innovation studies. Science & Public Policy (SPP), 43(3), 432–450. https://doi.org/10.1093/scipol/scv077
Timothy J. Ellis, & Yair Levy. (2008). Framework of Problem-Based Research: A Guide for Novice Researchers on the Development of a Research-Worthy Problem. Retrieved from http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&site=eds-live&db=edsbas&AN=edsbas.A95F4B40

Recommended Additional Bibliography

9781351968478 - Pan, M. Ling - Preparing Literature Reviews : Qualitative and Quantitative Approaches, 5th ed. - 2017 - Routledge - https://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&db=nlebk&AN=1360463 - nlebk - 1360463
Case study research : principles and practices, Gerring, J., 2007
Conducting research literature reviews : from the Internet to paper, Fink, A., 2005
Haunberger, S. (2016). International Handbook of Survey Methodology. E. D. de Leeuw, J. J. Hox & D. A. Dillman, 2008. Retrieved from http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&site=eds-live&db=edsbas&AN=edsbas.B0965933
How to do your research project : a guide for students in education and applied social sciences, Thomas, G., 2013
Krippendorff, K. (DE-588)136072429, (DE-576)161833357. (2004). Content analysis : an introduction to its methodology / Klaus Krippendorff. Thousand Oaks, Calif. [u.a.]: Sage. Retrieved from http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&site=eds-live&db=edswao&AN=edswao.110340264
Ligia MUNTEAN JEMNA. (2016). Qualitative And Mixed Research Methods In Economics: The Added Value When Using Qualitative Research Methods. Journal of Public Administration, Finance and Law, (9), 154. Retrieved from http://search.ebscohost.com/login.aspx?direct=true&site=eds-live&db=edsrep&AN=edsrep.a.aic.jopafl.y2016v9p154.167
Norman M. Bradburn, Seymour Sudman, & Brian Wansink. (2004). Asking Questions : The Definitive Guide to Questionnaire Design —— For Market Research, Political Polls, and Social and Health Questionnaires: Vol. Rev. ed. Jossey-Bass.
Research design : qualitative, quantitative and mixed methods approaches, Creswell, J. W., 2009
Seawright, J., & Gerring, J. (2008). Case Selection Techniques in Case Study Research: A Menu of Qualitative and Quantitative Options. Political Research Quarterly, 61(2), 294–308. https://doi.org/10.1177/1065912907313077
Writing scientific research articles : strategy and steps, Cargill, M., 2021

Authors

Зинченко Екатерина Андреевна
Nefedova Alena Igorevna
Maisner Dirk

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