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351-0305-00L 3 Credits MSC , NDS D-MTEC
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Empirical Methods for organizational Analysis

Lecturers & Examiners: Prof. em. Dr. Gudela Grote, Prof. Dr. Sabine Raeder, Dr. Hannes Günter
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Abstract

Methods for data acquisition in organizational contexts are covered, especially surveys, interviews, and behavioral observation. Methods for quantitative and qualitativa data analysis are presented and practiced. Basics of study design are discussed in view of requirements of internal and external validity.

Objective

Planning and implementation of empirical analyses in organizations based on validity criteria.

Content

Study designs for social science and technical questions; overview of social science methods for data gathering and analysis; illustration and practical experience with examples of organizational analyses like work process analysis, employee surveys and usability tests.

Resources

Lecture Notes

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General Information

Language
English
Levels
MSC , NDS
Frequency
Yearly recurring

Examination

Type
end-of-semester examination

Course Components

Type Title Time & Place Hours
lecture with exercise Empirical Methods for organizational Analysis
  • Wed 13:15-15:00 (HG E 1.2)
2 h weekly

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