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Research Methodology |
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Quantitative Analysis |
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Dissertation |
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| | Hits: 21551. Seminar Workshop 1: Emphasis on the Substantive Matter of the Dissertation
Students must present the subject matter of their dissertation, indicating the background and significance of the dissertation topics, the objectives of dissertation, the conceptual framework, sources of data and expected contributions of the findings, including conclusions and recommendations. They are required to exchange ideas with the seminar participants and experts from various private and public agencies related to the students’ research problems.
2. Seminar Workshop 2: Emphasis on Research Methodology
Students must present the review of literature, data collection, development and testing of the research tools to be used in the dissertation in accordance with the dissertation objectives. They are required to exchange ideas with the seminar participants and experts from various private and public agencies related to the students’ research problems.
5. Seminar Workshop 5: Emphasis on Research Findings and the Holistic Presentation of the Dissertation
Students must present the findings and the totality of the dissertation at a seminar, respond to questions raised by the participants, exchange ideas with the seminar participants and experts from various private and public agencies related to the students’ research problems, and make any necessary corrections within the scope of the approved dissertation proposal.
6. Dissertation Examination and Presentation to Public Academic Seminar
Students must present their dissertation to the dissertation examiner committee. The committee consists of (1) lecturers/academics from university, (2) experts/ specialists from an organization or institute related to the dissertation topic, and (3) the dissertation advisory committee. The dissertation advisory committee is present as an observer only, not to answer questions/comments from the examiner committee or offer any explanations.
The committee, (1) and (2), has the duty to evaluate the dissertation while a representative from the administration committee attends as an observer. In case 3 where a dissertation is requested for resubmission for reconsideration, the student and supervisors must correct it before presenting it to the public academic seminar.
The dissertation that needs to be corrected must go through reading by external members of the dissertation examiner committee.
Students must prepare their dissertation for publication in (1) an approved academic journal, or (2) a document for an international conference, or (3) a textbook or academic document that will be evaluated by the expert committee (at least 3 committee members).
| | Hits: 4109Program Completion
A minimum of 48 credits is necessary to qualify and 6 year maximum for completion of the program.
Program Structure
Courses Number of Credits
PBA 9901 Research Methodology 3
PBA 9903 Quantitative Analysis 3
PBA 9911 Independent Study I 3
PBA 9912 Independent Study II 3
PBA 9999 Dissertation 36
Seminar Workshop 1
Seminar Workshop 2
Seminar Workshop 5
Dissertation Examination and Presentation to Public Academic Seminar
| | Hits: 2342RAM9000 Knowledge and Morality (noncredit)
A study by reading, writing and presentation on the theories, principles, learning processes approaches in creating knowledge and competency in thinking, inculcating belief in good values, morals, ethics and values are examined by behavior and the professional education, human dignity, pride in Thai identity; inculcating sound awareness of society and nation’s responsibility; conserving Thai wisdom, natural resources and environment. Practice in personality survey, emotion quotient, working with others, setting life and work planning program, vision creation, analysis thinking. synthesis, creative thinking, method and approach in administrating life, family, society with an emphasis on self-study, self-reliance, optimist, seeking continuing knowledge and the application of knowledge and skills to their lives and work.
PBA 9901 Research Methodology 3(3-0-6)
General characteristics, objectives and goals of research; various types and stages of research; determination of research issues/objectives; literature review; research planning; data collection and analysis; research findings presentation and research report writing.
PBA 9903 Quantitative Analysis 3(3-0-6)
Basic knowledge concerning sources and types of data, methods of presentation and analysis; measurement and tests for validity and reliability, including interpretation of statistical results.
PBA 9911 Independent Study I 3(0-0-12)
Students must conduct a study on the topic that leads to the dissertation according to the plan agreed upon by the thesis advisory committee and closely supervised by an adviser who is recognized as an expert in the field. The report is no less than 80 pages and must be presented at a seminar organized by the executive committee of the Ph.D. Program.
PBA 9912 Independent Study II 3(0-0-12)
Students must conduct a study on the topic that leads to the dissertation according to the plan agreed upon by the thesis advisory committee and closely supervised by an adviser who is recognized as an expert in the field. The subject matter must differ from that of the Independent Study I but be related to the dissertation. The report is no less them 80 pages and must be presented at a seminar organized by the executive committee of the Ph.D. Program.
PBA 9999 Dissertation 36 – 72(0-0-216)
| | Hits: 4787Institute of International Studies
Ramkhamhaeng University
Ph.D. in Business Administration
The Doctor of Philosophy (Ph.D.) Program in Business Administration (English Program) has been developed in response to the high demand of graduates in business in the present, rapidly changing environment of the transition economies. The vision for the economic and social development of the nation must have the appropriate human resource development policy, especially in regard to doctoral programs.
This Ph.D. research program will help the candidates to acquire new ways of thinking and attain competence in conducting research. They will be allowed to study and experiment freely in order to discover the new issues and to enable them to create real academic progress.
IIS-RU's goal is to provide a qualitative PhD. Program to help meet the demand for higher graduate education and contribute to academic development.