INSTRUCTIONS:
This is my final research paper for a university course in Quantitative and Qualitative Methods (Bachelor’s in Business & Management Studies). The entire course grade depends on it, so please follow these instructions carefully to ensure the highest academic quality. The deadline is 23:00 Hamburg, Germany time.
Topic:
You may choose the topic, but it preferably have to be related to high fashion and should be appropriate for a business research paper. The topic must be clear, focused, and measurable, involving a real research problem or question.
Paper Requirements:
- Academic structure must include:
- Title page
- Abstract (300 words)
- Introduction
- Literature Review
- Research Questions and/or Hypotheses
- Methodology and Research Design
- Data Collection
- Data Analysis
- Results
- Discussion
- Conclusion
- References (APA or Harvard style)
- Declaration of authorship (optional if formatting requires it)
- Methodology:
- Use either quantitative, qualitative, or mixed methods
- Include a clearly defined sample, data collection method (e.g. survey, interview), and justify your choices
- If quantitative: include Likert scale or semantic differential questions
- If qualitative: include thematic analysis or interview coding examples
- Data and Analysis:
- Simulated or realistic data is acceptable (no actual data collection is needed)
- Include at least one table or chart
- Use basic descriptive and inferential analysis (e.g. t-test, correlation, or thematic codes)
- Language & Style:
- Clear academic writing, no plagiarism
- Must reflect undergraduate academic standards (avoid casual tone)
- Cite at least 6–8 credible sources, including academic papers
- Formatting:
- Double-spaced, 12pt font, standard margins
- APA or Harvard citation style
- Not sure how many pages will be perfect
Tone & Audience:
Academic, formal — intended for a university-level instructor in social sciences and business.
Additional Notes:
Make sure the research question aligns with the topic and that each section logically builds on the previous. Integrate theoretical frameworks or concepts where relevant.