Research methods for accounting and finance : a guide to writing your dissertation / Audrey Paterson [and four others].

Includes index.

1.Nature of accounting and finance research -- 2.Formulating a research project -- 3.Critical reflections of academic literature -- 4.Research philosophy and paradigm -- 5.Data and case study research in accounting and finance -- 6.Data sources from archives to the internet -- 7.Methods and techniques for qualitative data gathering -- 8.Evaluating and analyzing qualitative data -- 9.Quantitative data gathering methods and techniques -- 10.Approaches to quantitative data analysis and evaluation -- 10.Approaches to quantitative data analysis and evaluation -- 11.Ethics, moral philosophy and accounting and finance research -- 12.Writing up: a tool kit for constructing your written project -- Appendices -- 1.Time management and planning your research project -- 2.Evaluating your research project -- 3.Project structure and word counts -- 4.Information and consent.

Research Methods for Accounting and Finance is an essential text for accounting and finance students undertaking research for the first time. It demystifies the research process by providing the novice researcher with a must-have guide through all of the stages of the research process, from identifying a research topic to the finished project. Jargon-free and written in a user-friendly style, it utilises a variety of methods to carefully link the subject matter and topics. Packed with appropriate examples and reflective exercises to support skills and knowledge development, each chapter includes a useful reference list and suggested further readings. It offers a comprehensive overview of key research methods and the choices available when undertaking research in accounting and finances. It includes: an exploration of the nature and scope of research within the disciplines of accounting and finance; how to identify a suitable research project and the importance of understanding and contextualising your research ideas via a thorough literature review; which type of research most suitable to undertake and the researcher s choice of data collection method; an analysis of qualitative and quantitative research methods and which is more appropriate for your study; ethical issues and research codes of practice and advice on the writing process.