Thesis Option: IE 7990. Thesis (1-8 Hours)

Course Outline:

1. Graduate Seminar Program

• • Introduction to research methods
  • Choosing a research topic
  • Overview of the thesis writing process

1. Thesis Proposal

• • Formulating a comprehensive thesis proposal
  • Gaining approval from faculty for the thesis topic

1. Literature Review and Research Questions

• • Conducting an extensive literature review
  • Refining research questions and objectives

1. Research Design and Methodology

• • Developing the research design
  • Defining the methodology for the thesis

1. Data Collection and Analysis

• • Implementing the research plan
  • Collecting and analyzing data

1. Thesis Writing

• • Structuring the thesis document
  • Writing and revising thesis chapters

1. Thesis Defense

• • Preparing for the thesis defense
  • Presenting and defending the research

Assessments:

• Participation in the graduate seminar program
• Thesis proposal submission and approval
• Progress reports on literature review, research design, and methodology
• Data collection and analysis progress reports
• Draft thesis submission and feedback
• Final thesis submission and defense