This research seminar is designed around a series of research presentations and PhD workshops by distinguished scholars from our faculty and around the world. It is meant 1) to expose students to diverse management topics, theories, and methodological approaches, 2) to share practical hands-on experience on specific topics and 3) to provide an opportunity to engage in scholarly discourse and networking.

Workshops as more informal discussions held after each research presentation provide students with a more intimate setting to meet with the invited speaker and to provide practical hands-on experience on specific topics such as crafting a CV, navigating the job market, reviewing for an academic journal, identifying a theoretical contribution, and writing a compelling introduction or literature review.

Attendance is mandatory for those registered in the course.

• Attendance and Participation [25%]
• Academic Research Workshop [30%]
• Final Assignment [45%]

Attendance and Participation (25%): Attendance is a firm requirement of the course, as it is designed around engaging in scholarly discussions, being exposed to diverse topics and methodologies, and networking with scholars within and outside the Department. Students are expected to come prepared to actively participate in discussions and to make the most out of every opportunity to interact with colleagues and invited speakers.

Academic Research Workshop (30%): Active engagement in the workshop – including participating in the discussions and completing the in-class activities.

Final Assignment (45%): The purpose of the final assignment is to give students the opportunity to apply what they have learned through the course. The topic and tasks of the assignment will be based on the theme of the Academic Research Workshop. In previous semesters, this has included themes such as crafting a CV, navigating the job market, reviewing for an academic journal, identifying a theoretical contribution, and writing a compelling introduction or literature review.