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Course Schedule - Spring Semester 2027
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BUSI 490 001 (CRN: 26673)
FOUNDATIONS IN RESEARCH METHOD
Long Title: FOUNDATIONS IN RESEARCH METHODS
Department: Business
Instructor: Kwon, Mijeong
Meeting: 1:00PM - 2:15PM TR (11-JAN-2027 - 23-APR-2027)
Part of Term: Full Term
Grade Mode: Standard Letter
Course Type: Seminar
Language of Instruction: Taught in English
Method of Instruction: Face to Face
Credit Hours: 3
Course Syllabus:
Course Materials: Rice Campus Store
Restrictions:
Must be enrolled in one of the following Level(s):
Undergraduate Professional
Visiting Undergraduate
Undergraduate
Prerequisites: BUSI 421 AND BUSI 422 AND BUSI 423
Section Max Enrollment: 0 (permission required) Instructor Permission Required
Section Enrolled: 0
Enrollment data as of: 2-NOV-2026 2:04AM
Final Exam: No Final Exam
Description: This seminar course provides a foundation in the logic and practice of social science research for Moody Scholars (management track) students interested in evidence-based decision-making—whether in academic research or applied consulting. Students learn how to translate complex questions into testable ideas, design studies, analyze data, and interpret empirical evidence. Emphasis is placed on developing critical thinking skills, understanding research design tradeoffs, and communicating insights to both scholarly and professional audiences. The course prepares students to design independent research projects and to apply research tools to real-world organizational and societal challenges.