Weighing the strengths and shortcomings of the mixed methods approach : a study of Omani students' entrepreneurial interests /

This case study presents the use of a mixed methods research approach in analyzing the implication of graduate students' attitude toward entrepreneurship. It discusses the advantages and shortcomings of the mixed methods approach and cites a case where a mixed methods approach can help research...

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Main Authors: Devesh, Sonal (Author), Nair, Ashok Kumar (Author), Ibrahim, Omer Ali (Author)
Format: eBook
Language:English
Published: London : SAGE Publications Ltd, 2020.
Series:SAGE Research Methods. Cases.
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Online Access:Connect to the full text of this electronic book
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Summary:This case study presents the use of a mixed methods research approach in analyzing the implication of graduate students' attitude toward entrepreneurship. It discusses the advantages and shortcomings of the mixed methods approach and cites a case where a mixed methods approach can help researchers to gain more insights. It describes in detail the relevance of the chosen research design. It also highlights the challenges that a researcher might face while adopting a mixed methods research approach. It puts into perspective the lessons a researcher learns while applying the mixed methods approach in practice. It concludes that identifying the shortcomings or limitations of a mixed methods approach is important so that a sounder research plan can be developed for future studies.
Physical Description:1 online resource.
Bibliography:Includes bibliographical references and index.
ISBN:9781529705539
1529705533