DBA Research Methodology and Doctoral Research

Question 1

Which research paradigm assumes that reality is socially constructed and subjective?

Accepted Answer

Interpretivism

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Positivism

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Post-positivism

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Pragmatism

Question 2

In a DBA dissertation, which type of validity refers to whether findings can be applied to other settings?

Accepted Answer

External validity

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Internal validity

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Construct validity

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Face validity

Question 3

What is the primary purpose of a systematic literature review in doctoral research?

Accepted Answer

To provide a comprehensive and unbiased synthesis of existing evidence

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To support a single hypothesis

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To replace primary data collection

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To demonstrate writing proficiency

Question 4

Which sampling method selects participants based on their specific knowledge or experience relevant to the research question?

Accepted Answer

Purposive sampling

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Random sampling

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Stratified sampling

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Cluster sampling

Question 5

What does 'triangulation' mean in qualitative doctoral research?

Accepted Answer

Combining multiple methods or data sources to strengthen findings

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Using three research questions

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Interviewing exactly three participants

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Applying three theoretical frameworks sequentially

Question 6

Which philosophical stance underlies mixed-methods research in DBA programs?

Accepted Answer

Pragmatism

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Pure positivism

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Pure interpretivism

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Critical realism only