LOS 715 - Qualitative Methods for Leadership Studies I

This course continues the sequence of research courses to provide students with skills needed to undertake a dissertation. Specifically, students are introduced to qualitative research methods of data collection, analysis, and interpretation. They will explore multiple approaches to qualitative inquiry and research design including: narrative, phenomenology, grounded theory, ethnographic, case study. Students will practice conducting interviews and observations, as well as conduct analysis and interpretation of collected data. During this course students are expected to identify the theoretical framework which guides their dissertation project and formulate their research question.

Prerequisite(s): LOS 710 with grade of B or better, and Matriculated LOS doctoral student; or instructor permission.
Co-requisite(s):
Credits: 3

Course Typically Offered: Fall
Course Type: Leadership Studies