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RESEARCH GUIDELINES
RESEARCH AND PUBLICATION DEPARTMENT
AMAIUB Research Guidelines Research and Publication Department
RESEARCH GUIDELINES
UNDERGRADUATE
POSTGRADUATE
Salmabad, Kingdom of Bahrain
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RESEARCH GUIDELINES
UNDERGRADUATE
AND
POSTGRADUATE
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RESEARCH GUIDELINES
UNDERGRADUATE
POSTGRADUATE
RESEARCH AND PUBLICATION DEPARTMENT
AMAIUB Research Guidelines Research and Publication Department
1. Introduction ................................................................
1.1 Classifications of Research ................................
1.2 Student Research ................................
1.3 Faculty Research ................................
1.4 Benefits of Doing Research................................
2. Research Process ................................
2.1 Selecting Research Topic ................................
2.2 Preparation and Writing Research Project
3. Structure of the Thesis/Dissertation
4.1 The Thesis/dissertation/capstone Contents
4. Format of Writing ................................
5. Assessment ................................................................
6. The Supervisory Process ................................
6.1 Selection of Supervisor ................................
6.2 Supervisors Qualification ................................
6.3 Withdrawal of a supervisor ................................
6.4 Processes of Supervision ................................
6.5 The Roles and Responsibilities of the Supervisor
6.6 The Roles and Responsibilities of Student
6.7 Level of Supervision ................................
6.8 Conduct of Meeting and Supervision
6.9 Managing your Research Process
7. Research Ethics ................................
7.1 Anti-plagiarism Checking ................................
8. Library ................................................................
8.1 The Importance of the Library
9. References ................................................................
10. Appendices ................................................................
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1. Introduction
Research is undertaken in most areas of work and social life
critical issues and problems that research can help provide answers to
examination of observed phenomena
creating new knowledge [1-4].
1.1 Classifications of Research
When developing objectives for a
explanatory or exploratory [1-4].
Descriptive research attempts to describe systematically a situation, problem,
service or programme, or provides informatio
describes attitudes/perceptions
Correlational research attempts to discover or establish the existence of a
two or more aspects of a situation.
Explanatory research attempts to clarify why and how there is a relationship between two or
more aspects of a situation or phenomenon.
Exploratory research is undertaken to explore an area where little is known or to
further the findings from a
When developing the methods that can be conducted in a
ways:
Quantitative, which is generally numerical
Qualitative, which is mostly non
Quantitative research is the c
with numbers in an objective fashion. It strives to identify universal laws of nature in order that theories thus
developed can be used to accurately explain and predict special phenomena
Qualitative research, on the other hand, views humans as complex and unpredictable. That is, they
are less stable than the physical world. Central to the idea of qualitative research is the development of a
deep understanding of human behaviour to revea
[5-7].
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is undertaken in most areas of work and social life. It is a way of thinking and
issues and problems that research can help provide answers to. Research is based on a systematic
tion of observed phenomena to find answers to such problems and questions
objectives for a research project they can be classified as descriptive
attempts to describe systematically a situation, problem,
or programme, or provides information about the ‘living condition
/perceptions towards an issue.
attempts to discover or establish the existence of a
f a situation.
attempts to clarify why and how there is a relationship between two or
more aspects of a situation or phenomenon.
is undertaken to explore an area where little is known or to
findings from a pilot study.
s that can be conducted in a research project they
Quantitative, which is generally numerical.
Qualitative, which is mostly non-numerical.
Quantitative research is the classic scientific and experimental approach, which deals extensively
with numbers in an objective fashion. It strives to identify universal laws of nature in order that theories thus
developed can be used to accurately explain and predict special phenomena.
Qualitative research, on the other hand, views humans as complex and unpredictable. That is, they
are less stable than the physical world. Central to the idea of qualitative research is the development of a
deep understanding of human behaviour to reveal people’s values, interpretive schemes and belief systems
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. It is a way of thinking and examining
esearch is based on a systematic
and questions. The Research is about
descriptive, correlational,
attempts to describe systematically a situation, problem, phenomenon,
conditions’ of a community, or
attempts to discover or establish the existence of a relationship between
attempts to clarify why and how there is a relationship between two or
is undertaken to explore an area where little is known or to investigate
they can be classified in two
lassic scientific and experimental approach, which deals extensively
with numbers in an objective fashion. It strives to identify universal laws of nature in order that theories thus
Qualitative research, on the other hand, views humans as complex and unpredictable. That is, they
are less stable than the physical world. Central to the idea of qualitative research is the development of a
people’s values, interpretive schemes and belief systems
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1.2 Student Research
The student research is self
usually a university faculty (Assistant Professor, Associate Professor
across independence is encouraged as a student gains confidence and is able to work with supervision.
Based on the AMAIUB academic programme,
to them and their advisor, the type of the
its economic/entrepreneurial aspects and shall include a business plan.
broad areas of research within management, hu
research, which requires experiments, incl
engineering, environmental, medicine
groups have to be encouraged. More commonly, research groups today are interdisciplinary, crossing
boundaries across fields and across other disciplines,
materials science and medicine [3, 4
1.3 Faculty Research
The faculty research is directed towards building research capabilities of faculty in identified
thrusts/areas of the colleges. Often, this is individual undertakings of faculty over a period of one year where
it is expected that the output can
forces on the following topics:
1.3.1 College of Administrative and Financial Sciences (CAFS)
a. Business Development
Resource Management, Business environment study, Community Resource Anal
Entrepreneurship
b. International Relations and Cultural Diversity
International relations, culture and economic development
1.3.2 College of Computer Studies (CCS)
a. Net-centric Computing, there are research topics under the domain, such as:
Network Communication
Multi-media Technologies
Mobile Computing
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research is self-directed work under the guidance and supervision of a supervisor ―
usually a university faculty (Assistant Professor, Associate Professor and Professor). A progressive transition
across independence is encouraged as a student gains confidence and is able to work with supervision.
Based on the AMAIUB academic programme, students are normally working on a research project of interest
and their advisor, the type of the project will rely on the area of research. However shall be given to
its economic/entrepreneurial aspects and shall include a business plan. For example, business research has
broad areas of research within management, human resources, accounting, auditing, and banking. Practical
research, which requires experiments, includes many areas of research within computer sciences,
engineering, environmental, medicine, mathematics, chemistry, physics, and biology. In fact, researc
groups have to be encouraged. More commonly, research groups today are interdisciplinary, crossing
boundaries across fields and across other disciplines, such as computer science, engineering, chemistry,
3, 4].
The faculty research is directed towards building research capabilities of faculty in identified
thrusts/areas of the colleges. Often, this is individual undertakings of faculty over a period of one year where
be published either locally or internationally. AMAIUB research thrust
College of Administrative and Financial Sciences (CAFS)
Resource Management, Business environment study, Community Resource Anal
International Relations and Cultural Diversity
International relations, culture and economic development
College of Computer Studies (CCS)
there are research topics under the domain, such as:
mmunication
media Technologies
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directed work under the guidance and supervision of a supervisor ―
and Professor). A progressive transition
across independence is encouraged as a student gains confidence and is able to work with supervision.
normally working on a research project of interest
However shall be given to
For example, business research has
man resources, accounting, auditing, and banking. Practical
udes many areas of research within computer sciences,
mathematics, chemistry, physics, and biology. In fact, research
groups have to be encouraged. More commonly, research groups today are interdisciplinary, crossing
such as computer science, engineering, chemistry,
The faculty research is directed towards building research capabilities of faculty in identified
thrusts/areas of the colleges. Often, this is individual undertakings of faculty over a period of one year where
AMAIUB research thrust
Resource Management, Business environment study, Community Resource Analysis,
there are research topics under the domain, such as:
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Net-centric computing
Network Security
Web Organization
b. Human-computer interaction,
Building GUI Interfaces
Multi-media & Multi-modal Systems
Interaction Design for New Environments
Human Factors and Security
c. System Development, there are research topics under the domain, such as:
Software Design
Formal Methods
Risk Assessment
Web Organization
Robust and Security-Enhanced Programming
1.3.3 College of Engineering (COE)
a. Engineering Researches
Robotics Technology and Control Systems
Automation, PLCs, Instrumentation
Networking and Distributed System
Expert systems, distributed and mobile computing, network resource management
b. Natural Sciences and Math researches
Environmental Pollution and Global Warming
Industrial Researches (Aluminum, Desalination and Petroleum)
Renewable Energy and Applications
Computational Science and Numerical Analysis
Analysis and Its Applications (Applied Math.)
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centric computing
computer interaction, there are research topics under the domain, such as:
Building GUI Interfaces
modal Systems
ction Design for New Environments
Human Factors and Security
there are research topics under the domain, such as:
Enhanced Programming
Robotics Technology and Control Systems
Automation, PLCs, Instrumentation
Networking and Distributed System
Expert systems, distributed and mobile computing, network resource management
Math researches
Environmental Pollution and Global Warming
Industrial Researches (Aluminum, Desalination and Petroleum)
Renewable Energy and Applications
Computational Science and Numerical Analysis
Analysis and Its Applications (Applied Math.)
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there are research topics under the domain, such as:
there are research topics under the domain, such as:
Expert systems, distributed and mobile computing, network resource management
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Mathematics Education Research, Preparation and Outreach
Nanomaterials and Nanotechnology
1.3.4 Center for General Education (CGE)
a. Social Sciences Researches
Utilization of the English Language both oral and written communication
Sociological significance of educa
Implementation of the foreign culture to Arab culture
1.4 Benefits of Doing Research
There are many benefits for
Most students learn by designing a research model and following
with his/her supervisor. Information gained is more clearly understood and is more easily
remembered once it has been put into practice through a research project. Further reading will
expand the students’ knowledge. From the
productive activity [1-4].
After graduating, students will face many problems at work which require research and analysis
and therefore the research
by providing the opportunity to find solutions to problems identified during a research based
dissertation, these are transferable skills.
Undergraduate research will not only give the students an excellent foundation, but working
with a supervisor will provide a unique opportunity to learn new skills and methods for tackling
problems and issues.
AMAIUB programmes require
form of thesis or project while postgraduate require a
graduation; as such AMAIUB provides an opportunity for undergraduate students to get
involved in research during the academic year
2. Research Process
The first step in a research process is developing a
research idea the researcher has, and
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s Education Research, Preparation and Outreach
Nanomaterials and Nanotechnology
Center for General Education (CGE)
Utilization of the English Language both oral and written communication
Sociological significance of education to human and personal development
Implementation of the foreign culture to Arab culture
There are many benefits for students to conduct research, such as:
Most students learn by designing a research model and following research procedures over time
with his/her supervisor. Information gained is more clearly understood and is more easily
remembered once it has been put into practice through a research project. Further reading will
expand the students’ knowledge. From the learning perspective, research is an extremely
4].
After graduating, students will face many problems at work which require research and analysis
and therefore the research programme at AMAIUB is an important learning process for stu
by providing the opportunity to find solutions to problems identified during a research based
dissertation, these are transferable skills.
Undergraduate research will not only give the students an excellent foundation, but working
will provide a unique opportunity to learn new skills and methods for tackling
AMAIUB programmes require undergraduates to produce a
form of thesis or project while postgraduate require a research dissertation fo
graduation; as such AMAIUB provides an opportunity for undergraduate students to get
involved in research during the academic year [1-4].
research process is developing a research proposal to present and justify
and to present the practical ways in which he or she thinks this research
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Utilization of the English Language both oral and written communication
tion to human and personal development
research procedures over time
with his/her supervisor. Information gained is more clearly understood and is more easily
remembered once it has been put into practice through a research project. Further reading will
learning perspective, research is an extremely
After graduating, students will face many problems at work which require research and analysis
at AMAIUB is an important learning process for students
by providing the opportunity to find solutions to problems identified during a research based
Undergraduate research will not only give the students an excellent foundation, but working
will provide a unique opportunity to learn new skills and methods for tackling
undergraduates to produce a capstone project in a
research dissertation for
graduation; as such AMAIUB provides an opportunity for undergraduate students to get
research proposal to present and justify a
to present the practical ways in which he or she thinks this research
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should be conducted. The forms and procedures
proposals contain extensive literature
the research study being proposed.
2.1 Selecting Research Topic
The fundamental requirement of the
to the body of knowledge in the field.
Interesting to existing knowledge within the field and f
originality; this will be done by finding out new ideas in your research area, or continuing
to improve present ideas from previous rese
Relatively narrow and not too narrow to focus your research project. Broad topic needs
more time and more effort that most of the students cannot afford.
Students should list a number of research
to select the best topic
Title of the research topic: The first step to a successful research is to choose a good
research title. Based on the idea of your research topic and its aim, the title will be
selected. The title need to be very clear and it should pr
about what to expect from the research.
Both Topics
2.2 Preparation and Writing Research
There are several elements that should be considered
to produce high quality research output
1. Background
1.1 Statement of the research problem
1.2 Significance of the Study
1.3 Objectives
1.4 Hypothesis/ Assumption
2. References
3. Research Methodology and Approaches
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forms and procedures for such research are defined by the field of study.
contain extensive literature reviews and must provide persuasive evidence that there is a need for
The fundamental requirement of the research is that the researcher makes
ge in the field. The topic should be:
ing knowledge within the field and fulfill t
originality; this will be done by finding out new ideas in your research area, or continuing
to improve present ideas from previous research.
Relatively narrow and not too narrow to focus your research project. Broad topic needs
more time and more effort that most of the students cannot afford.
should list a number of research topics, and seek the help of his/her sup
lect the best topic.
Title of the research topic: The first step to a successful research is to choose a good
Based on the idea of your research topic and its aim, the title will be
The title need to be very clear and it should provide an idea to the readers
about what to expect from the research.
2.2 Preparation and Writing Research Project
several elements that should be considered in writing research project proposal in
output the structure contains:
Statement of the research problem
Significance of the Study
/ Assumption
and Approaches
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for such research are defined by the field of study. Research
reviews and must provide persuasive evidence that there is a need for
an material contribution
ulfill the requirement of
originality; this will be done by finding out new ideas in your research area, or continuing
Relatively narrow and not too narrow to focus your research project. Broad topic needs
more time and more effort that most of the students cannot afford.
and seek the help of his/her supervisor
Title of the research topic: The first step to a successful research is to choose a good
Based on the idea of your research topic and its aim, the title will be
ovide an idea to the readers
research project proposal in order
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1. Background
The researcher should explai
is important and original. The researcher may need to describe how it builds on his or her previous
academic work or professional experience. The researcher must include references to
and scholarly literature in the field of research.
1.1 Statement of the Research P
The statement of the research problem is the foundation for the construction of any research
proposal. It is not only an integral part of select
design as well. It serves as the bases for determining research objectives, formulation of research
hypotheses, planning research design and the budgetary requirements. It allows the research
the problem systematically, to reflect on its importance, its priority and to point out why the proposed
research on the problem should be undertaken. It also facilitates peer review of the research proposal by the
funding agencies.
There are a number of considerations to be taken into account when selecting a research problem as
follows:
1. Interest: a research effort is usually time consuming, and involves hard work and
unforeseen problems. Researcher should
trust of the college.
2. Magnitude: It is extremely important to select a topic that can be managed within the time and
resources available.
3. Measurement of concepts: A clear idea about the indicators and measurement of
study is required.
4. Relevance: Research adds to the existing body of knowledge, bridges current gaps and is useful in
policy formulation. This will help to sustain interest in the study.
5. Availability of data: Before finalizing the topi
6. Ethical issues: How ethical issues can affect the study population and how ethical problems can be
overcome should be thoroughly examined at the problem formulating stage with
your supervisor.
Statement of a research problem includes the following processes:
• Identify a broad field or subject area of interest.
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The researcher should explain the context for his or her research and the reasons why the research
is important and original. The researcher may need to describe how it builds on his or her previous
academic work or professional experience. The researcher must include references to
and scholarly literature in the field of research.
Research Problem
The statement of the research problem is the foundation for the construction of any research
proposal. It is not only an integral part of selecting a research topic rather helps to select most likely research
design as well. It serves as the bases for determining research objectives, formulation of research
hypotheses, planning research design and the budgetary requirements. It allows the research
the problem systematically, to reflect on its importance, its priority and to point out why the proposed
research on the problem should be undertaken. It also facilitates peer review of the research proposal by the
are a number of considerations to be taken into account when selecting a research problem as
Interest: a research effort is usually time consuming, and involves hard work and
esearcher should select topic of great interest
Magnitude: It is extremely important to select a topic that can be managed within the time and
Measurement of concepts: A clear idea about the indicators and measurement of
Relevance: Research adds to the existing body of knowledge, bridges current gaps and is useful in
policy formulation. This will help to sustain interest in the study.
Availability of data: Before finalizing the topic, make sure that data are available.
Ethical issues: How ethical issues can affect the study population and how ethical problems can be
overcome should be thoroughly examined at the problem formulating stage with
t of a research problem includes the following processes:
Identify a broad field or subject area of interest.
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n the context for his or her research and the reasons why the research
is important and original. The researcher may need to describe how it builds on his or her previous
academic work or professional experience. The researcher must include references to the existing research
The statement of the research problem is the foundation for the construction of any research
ing a research topic rather helps to select most likely research
design as well. It serves as the bases for determining research objectives, formulation of research
hypotheses, planning research design and the budgetary requirements. It allows the researcher to describe
the problem systematically, to reflect on its importance, its priority and to point out why the proposed
research on the problem should be undertaken. It also facilitates peer review of the research proposal by the
are a number of considerations to be taken into account when selecting a research problem as
Interest: a research effort is usually time consuming, and involves hard work and possibly
but within the research
Magnitude: It is extremely important to select a topic that can be managed within the time and
Measurement of concepts: A clear idea about the indicators and measurement of concepts in the
Relevance: Research adds to the existing body of knowledge, bridges current gaps and is useful in
c, make sure that data are available.
Ethical issues: How ethical issues can affect the study population and how ethical problems can be
overcome should be thoroughly examined at the problem formulating stage with guidance from
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• Select what is of most interest?
• Raise research questions (through the prior literature and pilot study).
• Formulate objectives.
• Assess objectives.
• Review the process and make any further changes or adjustments.
1.2 Significance of the Research
Significance of the Research: This part of the proposal justifies how the proposed research will
contribute in refining, improving, or extending
how the intended results will affect the theory, practice, educational institutions, curricula, counseling,
policy etc. Therefore, rationalizing the significance of the research
usefulness of the research for the organization / or society
1.3 Objectives
The study objective is an active statement about how the study is going to answer the specific
research question. Objectives can (and often do) state e
within their statements. They are important because they not only help guide the development of the
proposal and design of study but also play a role in sample size calculations and determining the strengt
the study.
In detail objectives should:
• Identify specific aspects of the topic that he/she wants to investigate within the main framework
of research.
• Contain only one aspect of the research.
• Use action oriented words or verbs when writing objec
The objectives should start with words such as:
measure’, and ‘to explore’. The wording of objectives determines the type of research. After determining the
objectives, a hypothesis can be developed
1.4 Hypothesis/Assumption
A hypothesis is defined as a tentative prediction or of the relationship between two or more
variables that translates the problem statement into a precise, unambiguous prediction of expected
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Select what is of most interest?
Raise research questions (through the prior literature and pilot study).
Review the process and make any further changes or adjustments.
Significance of the Research
Significance of the Research: This part of the proposal justifies how the proposed research will
contribute in refining, improving, or extending existing knowledge in the area under research. In other words
how the intended results will affect the theory, practice, educational institutions, curricula, counseling,
the significance of the research is important to
usefulness of the research for the organization / or society.
The study objective is an active statement about how the study is going to answer the specific
research question. Objectives can (and often do) state exactly which outcome measures are going to be used
within their statements. They are important because they not only help guide the development of the
proposal and design of study but also play a role in sample size calculations and determining the strengt
Identify specific aspects of the topic that he/she wants to investigate within the main framework
Contain only one aspect of the research.
Use action oriented words or verbs when writing objectives.
The objectives should start with words such as: ‘to determine’, ‘to find out’,
The wording of objectives determines the type of research. After determining the
objectives, a hypothesis can be developed if this is appropriate.
A hypothesis is defined as a tentative prediction or of the relationship between two or more
variables that translates the problem statement into a precise, unambiguous prediction of expected
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Significance of the Research: This part of the proposal justifies how the proposed research will
existing knowledge in the area under research. In other words
how the intended results will affect the theory, practice, educational institutions, curricula, counseling,
is important to present the level of the
The study objective is an active statement about how the study is going to answer the specific
xactly which outcome measures are going to be used
within their statements. They are important because they not only help guide the development of the
proposal and design of study but also play a role in sample size calculations and determining the strength of
Identify specific aspects of the topic that he/she wants to investigate within the main framework
‘to find out’, ‘to ascertain’, ‘to
The wording of objectives determines the type of research. After determining the
A hypothesis is defined as a tentative prediction or of the relationship between two or more
variables that translates the problem statement into a precise, unambiguous prediction of expected
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outcome. Hypotheses are designed to express relationships between variables. Research hypotheses are
assumptions about the tentative solution of the research. These assumptions are derived on personal
experience, review of the related literature, consultations/ foc
professionals or combination of all. Hypotheses bring clarity, specificity and focus to a research problem.
The functions of hypotheses:
• The formulation of a hypothesis provides the research with focus and identifies
a research problem to investigate.
• A hypothesis tells a researcher what data to collect and what not to collect.
• A hypothesis may enable a researcher to add to the formulation of a theory and to conclude what
is true or what is false.
2. References
The references are an integral part of entire research process and make
each stage. The process of reviewing the literature helps the researcher to understand the subject area
better and thus helps to conceptualize a research problem clearly and precisely. It also helps the researcher
to understand the relationship between the research problem and the body of knowledge in the field of
study. Reviewing literature can be time
The reviewing literature will:
a. Improve methodology
A literature review informs the researcher if others have used procedures and methods similar to
the ones that he/she is proposing.
b. Broaden knowledge base in the researc
Reading widely around the subject area in which the researcher intends to conduct a research study
is very important to understanding how the findings of the research fit into the existing body of knowledge.
c. Contextualize findings
How do answers to research questions compare with what others have found? What contribution
has been made to the existing body of knowledge? How findings different from those of others? Answering
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ypotheses are designed to express relationships between variables. Research hypotheses are
assumptions about the tentative solution of the research. These assumptions are derived on personal
experience, review of the related literature, consultations/ focused interviews with the experts /
professionals or combination of all. Hypotheses bring clarity, specificity and focus to a research problem.
The functions of hypotheses:
• The formulation of a hypothesis provides the research with focus and identifies
a research problem to investigate.
• A hypothesis tells a researcher what data to collect and what not to collect.
• A hypothesis may enable a researcher to add to the formulation of a theory and to conclude what
references are an integral part of entire research process and make a valuable contribution at
each stage. The process of reviewing the literature helps the researcher to understand the subject area
lize a research problem clearly and precisely. It also helps the researcher
to understand the relationship between the research problem and the body of knowledge in the field of
study. Reviewing literature can be time-consuming, daunting and frustrating, but it is also rewarding.
A literature review informs the researcher if others have used procedures and methods similar to
Broaden knowledge base in the research area
Reading widely around the subject area in which the researcher intends to conduct a research study
is very important to understanding how the findings of the research fit into the existing body of knowledge.
rs to research questions compare with what others have found? What contribution
has been made to the existing body of knowledge? How findings different from those of others? Answering
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ypotheses are designed to express relationships between variables. Research hypotheses are
assumptions about the tentative solution of the research. These assumptions are derived on personal
used interviews with the experts /
professionals or combination of all. Hypotheses bring clarity, specificity and focus to a research problem.
• The formulation of a hypothesis provides the research with focus and identifies specific aspects of
• A hypothesis tells a researcher what data to collect and what not to collect.
• A hypothesis may enable a researcher to add to the formulation of a theory and to conclude what
a valuable contribution at
each stage. The process of reviewing the literature helps the researcher to understand the subject area
lize a research problem clearly and precisely. It also helps the researcher
to understand the relationship between the research problem and the body of knowledge in the field of
is also rewarding.
A literature review informs the researcher if others have used procedures and methods similar to
Reading widely around the subject area in which the researcher intends to conduct a research study
is very important to understanding how the findings of the research fit into the existing body of knowledge.
rs to research questions compare with what others have found? What contribution
has been made to the existing body of knowledge? How findings different from those of others? Answering
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thesis questions needs to go back to the literature review, it is import
what is already known in the field of research.
3. Research Methodology and Approaches
This section presents the way that the researcher intends to approach the research question and the
techniques and logic that he or she will use to address it.
This part of the proposal shall briefly explain about the following of the intended or / projected research
methodology – most likely to be followed during the conduct stage of the research. Most common points
that are to be elaborated are:
Type/ Nature of the Research: Is the intended research is, for example, descriptive,
exploratory or causal or combination of any?
Sources and types of data: Will the research attempt to explore primary sources or
secondary sources of data
Research Approach: Will the research outlook qualitative or quantitative or combination
of both.
3. Structure of the Thesis/Dissertation
The thesis/dissertation/capstone
asked to complete a certificate to confirm that the
and has been carried out by him/her and to certify that all secondary material has been properly
acknowledged in thesis (Appendix A).
the results of the student reading, thinking
way that it could convince readers to accept his/her
must have full understanding for his/her
4.1 The Thesis/dissertation/capstone
The thesis for postgraduate student
15,000 words for undergraduate students
follows:
a. Title page
b. Approval sheet
c. Acknowledgements
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thesis questions needs to go back to the literature review, it is important to place findings in the context of
what is already known in the field of research.
and Approaches
This section presents the way that the researcher intends to approach the research question and the
or she will use to address it.
This part of the proposal shall briefly explain about the following of the intended or / projected research
most likely to be followed during the conduct stage of the research. Most common points
Type/ Nature of the Research: Is the intended research is, for example, descriptive,
exploratory or causal or combination of any?
Sources and types of data: Will the research attempt to explore primary sources or
secondary sources of data or both.
Research Approach: Will the research outlook qualitative or quantitative or combination
/Dissertation
thesis/dissertation/capstone will be conducted independently by student
plete a certificate to confirm that the thesis/dissertation/capstone is his/her own original work
and has been carried out by him/her and to certify that all secondary material has been properly
(Appendix A). The thesis should be a sustained argument. It should
reading, thinking, discussion, interpretation and information
readers to accept his/her understanding of the topic. This means th
his/her thesis, its concepts, theoretical ideas, observations,
Thesis/dissertation/capstone Contents
postgraduate student should be between 15,000 to 25,000 words
for undergraduate students. The full document should include essential
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ant to place findings in the context of
This section presents the way that the researcher intends to approach the research question and the
This part of the proposal shall briefly explain about the following of the intended or / projected research
most likely to be followed during the conduct stage of the research. Most common points
Type/ Nature of the Research: Is the intended research is, for example, descriptive,
Sources and types of data: Will the research attempt to explore primary sources or
Research Approach: Will the research outlook qualitative or quantitative or combination
student. The student will be
is his/her own original work
and has been carried out by him/her and to certify that all secondary material has been properly
t should take advantage of
nformation-collection in such a
This means that student
concepts, theoretical ideas, observations, and findings.
words and 10,000 to
essential parts arranged as
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d. Abstract
e. Table of Contents
f. List of Figures
g. List of Tables
h. List of Appendices (optional)
i. List of Abbreviation and Symbols
j. Main Body
k. Bibliography/References
l. Appendices
m. Biographical Sketch
Detailed information about the above
a. Title Page
The first page should be the tit
The University name: AMA International University Bahrain
The approved title of the thesis
The student full name.
The qualification for which the thesis
The college in which the wo
The month and year of submission.
b. Approval sheet
This page bears the name of the proponent/s and title of the thesis, together with the signature of
the adviser, college dean and membe
duly approved, and must bear the date of approval
c. Acknowledgements
Here is the opportunity for the student to express his/her thanks for any support, help, super
and assistance received during the production of the thesis
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optional)
. List of Abbreviation and Symbols (optional)
above parts of thesis/dissertation/capstone:
the title page comprising:
AMA International University Bahrain.
title of the thesis/dissertation/capstone.
ation for which the thesis is submitted and year of study.
college in which the work was operated, e.g. College of Administration and Financial Studies
The month and year of submission.
This page bears the name of the proponent/s and title of the thesis, together with the signature of
the adviser, college dean and members of the oral defense panel. This page certifies that the thesis has been
duly approved, and must bear the date of approval [8]. (Appendix B).
Here is the opportunity for the student to express his/her thanks for any support, help, super
and assistance received during the production of the thesis/dissertation.
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Administration and Financial Studies.
This page bears the name of the proponent/s and title of the thesis, together with the signature of
rs of the oral defense panel. This page certifies that the thesis has been
Here is the opportunity for the student to express his/her thanks for any support, help, supervise
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d. Abstract
Abstract is a one page paragraph comprising a brief aims, methods, results, conclusions and if
appropriate, key recommendations. There should be no citations in the p
300 to 500 words in length.
e. Table of Contents
A sequential listing of all major parts of a thesis with corresponding page numbers
Included in the table of contents are the titles of chapters, sections and
appendices. Also included are the titles of the preliminary pages as well as the required forms.
f. List of Figures
List of charts, graphs, maps and other illustrations used in the thesis
number and its heading should also be listed on the appropriate contents page
numbered in sequence, using Arabic numerals.
Figure 3.1 [8].
g. List of Tables
A comprehensive listing of titles of all tables found in the body of the thesis with indication of the
corresponding page numbers should be done. Tables should be numbered in sequence, using Arabic
numerals. For example, the third table appearing in chapter two should be labeled
h. List of Appendices (optional)
An appendix or appendices, if any, should be after the bibliography. Appendices include original
data, preliminary tests, tabulations, tables that contain data of lesser importance, very lengthy quotations,
forms and documents, computer printouts and other pertinent documents. It must Appendices should be
arranged chronologically as they are cited in the main text. Use capital letters of the English alphabet to
track appendices, and always begin with the letter
i. List of Abbreviation and Symbols
List separately and in numerical order, the list of abbreviations used in the main body of the text. It is
an optional section.
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Abstract is a one page paragraph comprising a brief aims, methods, results, conclusions and if
appropriate, key recommendations. There should be no citations in the paragraph. The abstract should be
A sequential listing of all major parts of a thesis with corresponding page numbers
Included in the table of contents are the titles of chapters, sections and subsections, bibliography and
appendices. Also included are the titles of the preliminary pages as well as the required forms.
List of charts, graphs, maps and other illustrations used in the thesis should be listed
its heading should also be listed on the appropriate contents page. Figures should also be
numbered in sequence, using Arabic numerals. For example, the first figure in the third chapter is labelled
of titles of all tables found in the body of the thesis with indication of the
corresponding page numbers should be done. Tables should be numbered in sequence, using Arabic
numerals. For example, the third table appearing in chapter two should be labeled Table 2.3
List of Appendices (optional)
An appendix or appendices, if any, should be after the bibliography. Appendices include original
data, preliminary tests, tabulations, tables that contain data of lesser importance, very lengthy quotations,
ms and documents, computer printouts and other pertinent documents. It must Appendices should be
arranged chronologically as they are cited in the main text. Use capital letters of the English alphabet to
track appendices, and always begin with the letter A [8].
List of Abbreviation and Symbols (optional)
List separately and in numerical order, the list of abbreviations used in the main body of the text. It is
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Abstract is a one page paragraph comprising a brief aims, methods, results, conclusions and if
aragraph. The abstract should be
A sequential listing of all major parts of a thesis with corresponding page numbers should be done.
subsections, bibliography and
appendices. Also included are the titles of the preliminary pages as well as the required forms.
should be listed. The table
. Figures should also be
he first figure in the third chapter is labelled
of titles of all tables found in the body of the thesis with indication of the
corresponding page numbers should be done. Tables should be numbered in sequence, using Arabic
Table 2.3 [8].
An appendix or appendices, if any, should be after the bibliography. Appendices include original
data, preliminary tests, tabulations, tables that contain data of lesser importance, very lengthy quotations,
ms and documents, computer printouts and other pertinent documents. It must Appendices should be
arranged chronologically as they are cited in the main text. Use capital letters of the English alphabet to
List separately and in numerical order, the list of abbreviations used in the main body of the text. It is
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j. Main Body
The main body of a thesis is divided into five (5) chapters, whic
sections [6].
Chapter 1 – Introduction
This chapter serves as a backgrounder for readers to have an overview of the study even without
prior reference to other publications on the topic. The introduction is the first chapt
include the objective/s and justification of the study as well as the limitations set by the proponent. The
introduction is the proper place to define any specialized terms and concepts used in the thesis.
1.1 Statement of the Problem
The statement of the problem is the backbone of the
entire research project. This is a statement that you can prove with evidence/s. Well
statements will convince your audience that
constructed problem statement defines the problem and helps identify the variables that will be investigated
in the study.
1.2 Purpose/Objective of the Study
This section summarizes what is to b
specific objectives. Research objectives are closely related to research problem.
1.3 Significance of the Study
This section describes or explains the potential value of the study and findings. It
here, the target audience for the study and how the results will be beneficial for them. It answer the
questions – Why is it important? To whom it will be beneficial?
1.4 Scope and Limitation
This section sets parameters of the study. L
researcher, thus, stating the limitations of
of the study.
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The main body of a thesis is divided into five (5) chapters, which may be further subdivided into
This chapter serves as a backgrounder for readers to have an overview of the study even without
prior reference to other publications on the topic. The introduction is the first chapter of the thesis and must
include the objective/s and justification of the study as well as the limitations set by the proponent. The
introduction is the proper place to define any specialized terms and concepts used in the thesis.
The statement of the problem is the backbone of the research proposal. This is the main idea of the
entire research project. This is a statement that you can prove with evidence/s. Well
statements will convince your audience that the problem is real and worth having you investigates. Well
constructed problem statement defines the problem and helps identify the variables that will be investigated
This section summarizes what is to be achieved by the study. This usually contains general and
specific objectives. Research objectives are closely related to research problem.
This section describes or explains the potential value of the study and findings. It
here, the target audience for the study and how the results will be beneficial for them. It answer the
Why is it important? To whom it will be beneficial?
This section sets parameters of the study. Limitations are the inherent problems encountered by the
researcher, thus, stating the limitations of the study can be very useful for readers in interpreting the results
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h may be further subdivided into
This chapter serves as a backgrounder for readers to have an overview of the study even without
er of the thesis and must
include the objective/s and justification of the study as well as the limitations set by the proponent. The
introduction is the proper place to define any specialized terms and concepts used in the thesis.
proposal. This is the main idea of the
entire research project. This is a statement that you can prove with evidence/s. Well -constructed problem
h having you investigates. Well-
constructed problem statement defines the problem and helps identify the variables that will be investigated
e achieved by the study. This usually contains general and
This section describes or explains the potential value of the study and findings. It should be clear in
here, the target audience for the study and how the results will be beneficial for them. It answer the
problems encountered by the
the study can be very useful for readers in interpreting the results
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1.5 Hypothesis
Research hypotheses are the possible answer to the rese
hypotheses are based on well-constructed
answer to the research problems. However, this is not a requirement for social
conceptual framework or theoretical
Chapter 2 - Literature Review
The review of related literature showcases previous studies and publications relevant to the
research. This chapter gives light as to what motivated the proponent/s in pursuin
study. So, it is very important to know how to write the literature review, you have to:
Go through the relevant reference material in detail.
Write down some information from the selected reference, such as research
methodology, tools of analysis, and also the main findings of the research with
discussion.
Write the reference properly in the text, such as, numbering [1]……[2],…[3],..etc.
down the reference information, which you will use in your text, and list under the list of
references, such as: the name (s) of the author (s), year of publication, research title,
name of the book, journal,
2.1 Conceptual Framework/Theoretical Framework
The conceptual framework is the outline or a diagram of prefer
idea or thought) used in the study. It shows all the variables included in the study. The theoretical
framework, on the other hand, consists of theories, principles, and research findings
which are related to the study. This is the framework on how the study is organized or developed.
Chapter 3 - Research Methodology
Design if any
Data Gathering
Data Analysis
System Design and Development (if any)
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Research hypotheses are the possible answer to the research problems
constructed research questions. It guides or supports the research to find an
to the research problems. However, this is not a requirement for social science research instead a
ual framework or theoretical framework is needed.
The review of related literature showcases previous studies and publications relevant to the
. This chapter gives light as to what motivated the proponent/s in pursuin
So, it is very important to know how to write the literature review, you have to:
Go through the relevant reference material in detail.
Write down some information from the selected reference, such as research
ols of analysis, and also the main findings of the research with
Write the reference properly in the text, such as, numbering [1]……[2],…[3],..etc.
down the reference information, which you will use in your text, and list under the list of
references, such as: the name (s) of the author (s), year of publication, research title,
journal, etc, Volume x, No. x, P. x.
2.1 Conceptual Framework/Theoretical Framework
The conceptual framework is the outline or a diagram of preferred approach to the concepts (an
idea or thought) used in the study. It shows all the variables included in the study. The theoretical
framework, on the other hand, consists of theories, principles, and research findings
related to the study. This is the framework on how the study is organized or developed.
System Design and Development (if any)
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or sub-problems. Good
research questions. It guides or supports the research to find an
science research instead a
The review of related literature showcases previous studies and publications relevant to the
. This chapter gives light as to what motivated the proponent/s in pursuing the specific field of
So, it is very important to know how to write the literature review, you have to:
Write down some information from the selected reference, such as research
ols of analysis, and also the main findings of the research with
Write the reference properly in the text, such as, numbering [1]……[2],…[3],..etc. Write
down the reference information, which you will use in your text, and list under the list of
references, such as: the name (s) of the author (s), year of publication, research title,
red approach to the concepts (an
idea or thought) used in the study. It shows all the variables included in the study. The theoretical
framework, on the other hand, consists of theories, principles, and research findings -interrelated concepts -
related to the study. This is the framework on how the study is organized or developed.
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Feasibility Study and Constraints
Design Trade-offs (if any)
You have to write in details the
physical sciences, the researcher should identify what experimental procedures and equipments that will
be used in research to achieve the aim of
to test hypotheses and achieve the objectives.
Chapter 4 -Results and Discussion
The data should be well organized in the thesis. The logic sequence of the data reflects the
understanding of the research idea and aim.
scientific research, there is always some kind of connection between data and why
looks as it does. Often the researcher looks at the data
the data looks like it does. It is important to use references during discussion to support your findings.
Citation of the reference in the text and in the list of references is crucial matter. The citation p
have been stated clearly in the literature review chapter.
Chapter 5- Conclusion and Recommendations
The conclusion is an important part of the thesis
and the key findings of the research, providi
be expressed logically from the result
forward, limitations of the study and any further work considered necessary should be id
appropriate. Clear recommendations for application
k. Bibliography/References
List of all sources cited in the text, books, journals,
indicates and assures the ethics of the researcher. If the student fails to include any sour
research, in the references list, this will risk him/her being accused of plagiarism.
the cited references are shown below.
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You have to write in details the research procedures, which you have used during your research.
physical sciences, the researcher should identify what experimental procedures and equipments that will
be used in research to achieve the aim of research.(b)In social sciences, the researcher should collect data
to test hypotheses and achieve the objectives.
The data should be well organized in the thesis. The logic sequence of the data reflects the
of the research idea and aim. Research requires some analysis and
scientific research, there is always some kind of connection between data and why
looks as it does. Often the researcher looks at the data gathered, and then comes to a conclusion of why
It is important to use references during discussion to support your findings.
Citation of the reference in the text and in the list of references is crucial matter. The citation p
have been stated clearly in the literature review chapter.
Recommendations
portant part of the thesis because it reflects the outcomes of the research
and the key findings of the research, providing an explanation of their significance. The conclusions should
be expressed logically from the results and discussion of thesis. Whilst a definite view should be put
forward, limitations of the study and any further work considered necessary should be id
lear recommendations for application and future research should be addressed.
List of all sources cited in the text, books, journals, and websites. The proper listing of references
es the ethics of the researcher. If the student fails to include any sour
, in the references list, this will risk him/her being accused of plagiarism. Details about how to write
below.
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, which you have used during your research. (a)In
physical sciences, the researcher should identify what experimental procedures and equipments that will
research.(b)In social sciences, the researcher should collect data
The data should be well organized in the thesis. The logic sequence of the data reflects the
analysis and discussion of results. In
scientific research, there is always some kind of connection between data and why you think that the data
gathered, and then comes to a conclusion of why
It is important to use references during discussion to support your findings.
Citation of the reference in the text and in the list of references is crucial matter. The citation procedures
because it reflects the outcomes of the research
ng an explanation of their significance. The conclusions should
. Whilst a definite view should be put
forward, limitations of the study and any further work considered necessary should be identified if
should be addressed.
websites. The proper listing of references
es the ethics of the researcher. If the student fails to include any source, used in his/her
Details about how to write
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References are the backbone of the thesis. All sources that have been used in the
referenced. It is important to identify the contributions of others and this will avoid the risk of plagiarism.
The AMAIUB uses APA format.
The APA format
• List of works cited should begin at the end of the paper on a new page with the
Bibliography
• Alphabetize the entries in your list by the author's last name, using the letter
(ignore spaces and other punctuation.) Only the initials o
If the author's name is unknown, alphabetize by the title, ignoring any A, An, or The.
• For dates, spell out the names of months in the text of your paper, but abbreviate them in the
list of works cited, except for
1999) or the month-day
style, be sure to add a comma after the year unless another punctuation mark goes there.
• All APA citations should use hanging indents, that is, the first line of an entry should be flush left,
and the second and subsequent lines should be indented 1/2".
• The APA guidelines specify using sentence
so you should capitalize only the first word of a title and subtitle. The exceptions to this rule
would be periodical titles and proper names in a title which should still be capitalized. The
periodical title is run in title case, and is followed b
also italicized.
• If there is more than one author,
there are more than six authors, list only
• Place the date of publication in parentheses immediately after the name of the author. Place a
period after the closing parenthesis. Do not italicize, underline, or put quotes around the titles of
shorter works within longer works.
Examples:
Books: Author's last name, first initial. (Publication date).Book title.
publication: Publishing company.
Allen, T. (1974). Vanishing wildlife of North America. Washington, D.C.: National Geographic Society.
Boorst in, D. (1992). The creators: A history of the heroes of the imagination. New York: Random House.
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are the backbone of the thesis. All sources that have been used in the
referenced. It is important to identify the contributions of others and this will avoid the risk of plagiarism.
rks cited should begin at the end of the paper on a new page with the
Alphabetize the entries in your list by the author's last name, using the letter
(ignore spaces and other punctuation.) Only the initials of the first and middle names are given.
If the author's name is unknown, alphabetize by the title, ignoring any A, An, or The.
For dates, spell out the names of months in the text of your paper, but abbreviate them in the
list of works cited, except for May, June, and July. Use either the day-month
day-year style (July 22, 1999) and be consistent. With the month
style, be sure to add a comma after the year unless another punctuation mark goes there.
APA citations should use hanging indents, that is, the first line of an entry should be flush left,
and the second and subsequent lines should be indented 1/2".
The APA guidelines specify using sentence-style capitalization for the titles of books or ar
so you should capitalize only the first word of a title and subtitle. The exceptions to this rule
would be periodical titles and proper names in a title which should still be capitalized. The
periodical title is run in title case, and is followed by the volume number which, with the title, is
If there is more than one author, use an ampersand (&) before the name of the last author. If
there are more than six authors, list only the first six authors and use et al. for the rest.
lace the date of publication in parentheses immediately after the name of the author. Place a
period after the closing parenthesis. Do not italicize, underline, or put quotes around the titles of
shorter works within longer works.
s last name, first initial. (Publication date).Book title. Additional information. City of
Vanishing wildlife of North America. Washington, D.C.: National Geographic Society.
ators: A history of the heroes of the imagination. New York: Random House.
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are the backbone of the thesis. All sources that have been used in the research must be
referenced. It is important to identify the contributions of others and this will avoid the risk of plagiarism.
rks cited should begin at the end of the paper on a new page with the centred title,
Alphabetize the entries in your list by the author's last name, using the letter-by-letter system
f the first and middle names are given.
If the author's name is unknown, alphabetize by the title, ignoring any A, An, or The.
For dates, spell out the names of months in the text of your paper, but abbreviate them in the
month-year style (22 July
year style (July 22, 1999) and be consistent. With the month-day-year
style, be sure to add a comma after the year unless another punctuation mark goes there.
APA citations should use hanging indents, that is, the first line of an entry should be flush left,
style capitalization for the titles of books or articles,
so you should capitalize only the first word of a title and subtitle. The exceptions to this rule
would be periodical titles and proper names in a title which should still be capitalized. The
y the volume number which, with the title, is
use an ampersand (&) before the name of the last author. If
and use et al. for the rest.
lace the date of publication in parentheses immediately after the name of the author. Place a
period after the closing parenthesis. Do not italicize, underline, or put quotes around the titles of
Additional information. City of
Vanishing wildlife of North America. Washington, D.C.: National Geographic Society.
ators: A history of the heroes of the imagination. New York: Random House.
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Nicol, A. M., & Pexman, P. M. (1999).
Washington, DC: American Psychological Association.
Encyclopedia& Dictionary: Author's last name, first initial. (Date).Title of Article.
(Volume, pages). City of publication: Publishing
Bergmann, P. G. (1993). Relativity.
Encyclopaedia Britannica.
Merriam-Webster's collegiate dictionary (10th ed.). (1993). Springfield, MA: Merriam
Pettingill, O. S., Jr. (1980). Falcon and Falconry.
Book.
Tobias, R. (1991). Thurber, James.
Publishing.
Journal, Magazine & Newspaper Articles
Periodical title, volume number(issue number if available), in
Note: Do not enclose the title in quotation marks. Put a period after the title. If a periodical includes a
volume number, italicize it and then give the page range (in regular type) without "pp." If the periodical does
not use volume numbers, as in newspapers, use p. or pp. for page numbers.
Note: Unlike other periodicals, p. or pp. precedes page numbers for a newspaper reference in APA style.
Journal
Harlow, H. F. (1983). Fundamentals for preparing psychology journal articles.
Physiological Psychology, 55, 893-896.
Magazine
Henry, W. A., III. (1990, April 9). Making the grade in today's schools.
Newspaper
Kalette, D. (1986, July 21). California town counts town to big quake. USA Today, 9, p. A
Kanfer, S. (1986, July 21). Heard any good books lately? Time, 113, 71
Trillin, C. (1993, February 15). Culture shopping.
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Pexman, P. M. (1999). Presenting your findings: A practical guide for creating tables.
Washington, DC: American Psychological Association.
Author's last name, first initial. (Date).Title of Article.
f publication: Publishing company.
In The new encyclopaedia Britannica (Vol. 26, pp. 501
Webster's collegiate dictionary (10th ed.). (1993). Springfield, MA: Merriam
Pettingill, O. S., Jr. (1980). Falcon and Falconry. World book encyclopaedia. (pp. 150
James. Encyclopaedia Americana. (p. 600). New York: Scholastic Library
Magazine & Newspaper Articles: Author's last name, first initial. (Publication date).
Periodical title, volume number(issue number if available), inclusive pages.
Note: Do not enclose the title in quotation marks. Put a period after the title. If a periodical includes a
volume number, italicize it and then give the page range (in regular type) without "pp." If the periodical does
s, as in newspapers, use p. or pp. for page numbers.
Note: Unlike other periodicals, p. or pp. precedes page numbers for a newspaper reference in APA style.
Harlow, H. F. (1983). Fundamentals for preparing psychology journal articles. Journal of
896.
Henry, W. A., III. (1990, April 9). Making the grade in today's schools. Time, 135, 28-31.
Kalette, D. (1986, July 21). California town counts town to big quake. USA Today, 9, p. A
Kanfer, S. (1986, July 21). Heard any good books lately? Time, 113, 71-72.
Trillin, C. (1993, February 15). Culture shopping. New Yorker, pp. 48-51.
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Presenting your findings: A practical guide for creating tables.
Author's last name, first initial. (Date).Title of Article. Title of Encyclopaedia
(Vol. 26, pp. 501-508). Chicago:
Webster's collegiate dictionary (10th ed.). (1993). Springfield, MA: Merriam-Webster.
. (pp. 150-155). Chicago: World
. (p. 600). New York: Scholastic Library
Author's last name, first initial. (Publication date). Article title.
Note: Do not enclose the title in quotation marks. Put a period after the title. If a periodical includes a
volume number, italicize it and then give the page range (in regular type) without "pp." If the periodical does
Note: Unlike other periodicals, p. or pp. precedes page numbers for a newspaper reference in APA style.
Journal of Comparative and
31.
Kalette, D. (1986, July 21). California town counts town to big quake. USA Today, 9, p. A1.
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Website or Webpage:
Online periodical:
Author's name. (Date of publication). Title of article.
day, year, from full URL
Online document:
Author's name. (Date of publication). Title of work. Retrieved month day, year, from full URL
Note: When citing Internet sources, refer to the specific website documen
"n.d." (for no date) immediately after the document title. Break a lengthy URL that goes to another line after
a slash or before a period. Continually check your references to online documents. There is no period
following a URL.
Note: If you cannot find some of this information, cite what is available.
Devitt, T. (2001, August 2). Lightning injures four at music festival. The Why? Files. Retrieved January 23,
2002, from http://whyfiles.org/137lightning/index.html
Dove, R. (1998).Lady freedom among us.
Alderman Library, University of Virginia website:
Note: If a document is contained within a large and complex website (such as that for a university or a
government agency), identify the host organization and the relevant program or department before giving
the URL for the document itself. Precede the URL with
Fredrickson, B. L. (2000, March 7). Cultivating positive emotions to optimize health and well
Prevention & Treatment, 3, Article 0001a. Retrieved November 20, 2000, from
http://journals.apa.org/prevention/volume3/pre0030001a.html
GVU's 8th WWW user survey.
http://www.cc.gatech.edu/gvu/usersurveys/survey1997
Health Canada.(2002, February).The safety of genetically modified food crops. Retrieved March 22, 2005,
from http://www.hc-
Hilts, P. J. (1999, February 16). In forecasting their emotions, most people flunk out. New York Times.
Retrieved November 21, 2000, from http://www.nytimes.com
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Author's name. (Date of publication). Title of article. Title of Periodical, volume number, Retrieved month
Author's name. (Date of publication). Title of work. Retrieved month day, year, from full URL
Note: When citing Internet sources, refer to the specific website document. If a document is undated, use
"n.d." (for no date) immediately after the document title. Break a lengthy URL that goes to another line after
a slash or before a period. Continually check your references to online documents. There is no period
Note: If you cannot find some of this information, cite what is available.
Devitt, T. (2001, August 2). Lightning injures four at music festival. The Why? Files. Retrieved January 23,
2002, from http://whyfiles.org/137lightning/index.html
(1998).Lady freedom among us. The Electronic Text Center. Retrieved June 19, 1998, from
Alderman Library, University of Virginia website: http://etext.lib.virginia.edu/subjects/afam.html
If a document is contained within a large and complex website (such as that for a university or a
government agency), identify the host organization and the relevant program or department before giving
the URL for the document itself. Precede the URL with a colon.
Fredrickson, B. L. (2000, March 7). Cultivating positive emotions to optimize health and well
Prevention & Treatment, 3, Article 0001a. Retrieved November 20, 2000, from
http://journals.apa.org/prevention/volume3/pre0030001a.html
WWW user survey. (n.d.). Retrieved August 8, 2000, from
http://www.cc.gatech.edu/gvu/usersurveys/survey1997-10/
Health Canada.(2002, February).The safety of genetically modified food crops. Retrieved March 22, 2005,
Hilts, P. J. (1999, February 16). In forecasting their emotions, most people flunk out. New York Times.
Retrieved November 21, 2000, from http://www.nytimes.com
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of Periodical, volume number, Retrieved month
Author's name. (Date of publication). Title of work. Retrieved month day, year, from full URL
t. If a document is undated, use
"n.d." (for no date) immediately after the document title. Break a lengthy URL that goes to another line after
a slash or before a period. Continually check your references to online documents. There is no period
Devitt, T. (2001, August 2). Lightning injures four at music festival. The Why? Files. Retrieved January 23,
The Electronic Text Center. Retrieved June 19, 1998, from
http://etext.lib.virginia.edu/subjects/afam.html
If a document is contained within a large and complex website (such as that for a university or a
government agency), identify the host organization and the relevant program or department before giving
Fredrickson, B. L. (2000, March 7). Cultivating positive emotions to optimize health and well-being.
Prevention & Treatment, 3, Article 0001a. Retrieved November 20, 2000, from
(n.d.). Retrieved August 8, 2000, from
Health Canada.(2002, February).The safety of genetically modified food crops. Retrieved March 22, 2005,
Hilts, P. J. (1999, February 16). In forecasting their emotions, most people flunk out. New York Times.
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L. Appendices
All supported documents and forms should be included. Each appendix s
page, designated in sequence as Appendix A, Appendix B etc., listed in the table of contents and referenced
within the main text. References should be provided for some appendices, which include data and published
information.
M. Anti-plagiarism and academic dishonesty
The AMAIUB runs plagiarism checking of the research thesis to avoid violation of the university rules
for plagiarism .The threshold for similarity index for all submitted manuscript is 20%. Violation of these anti
plagiarism guidelines will be met with corresponding sanctions based on established penalties in the student
handbook and faculty manual.
4. Format of Writing
The student should follow the following rules
- Paper
Use white letter-size paper (8 ½ x 11 in). Orientation should be portrait style (can be read
lengthwise). Text and figures are placed on only one side of the paper. The other side should be left blank.
-Language
The official language to be u
objective, expository English. Idioms, slang, subjective words and phrases, metaphors and undefined
acronyms are not acceptable. All sentences must be complete with
-Type Specifications
All submitted drafts of a thesis
typewritten. Under no circumstances shall a hand
Font should be Arial with twelve-point size for the text. Text color is black. Typing should
clean and uniform.
-Margins
For the first page of any chapter, the left, top and bottom margins should be
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All supported documents and forms should be included. Each appendix s
page, designated in sequence as Appendix A, Appendix B etc., listed in the table of contents and referenced
within the main text. References should be provided for some appendices, which include data and published
plagiarism and academic dishonesty
plagiarism checking of the research thesis to avoid violation of the university rules
The threshold for similarity index for all submitted manuscript is 20%. Violation of these anti
agiarism guidelines will be met with corresponding sanctions based on established penalties in the student
The student should follow the following rules in writing his/her thesis/dissertation/capstone
size paper (8 ½ x 11 in). Orientation should be portrait style (can be read
lengthwise). Text and figures are placed on only one side of the paper. The other side should be left blank.
The official language to be used in writing a thesis/dissertation/capstone
objective, expository English. Idioms, slang, subjective words and phrases, metaphors and undefined
acronyms are not acceptable. All sentences must be complete with acceptable grammar and c
All submitted drafts of a thesis, dissertation and other related official documents must be
Under no circumstances shall a hand-written draft and/or form be accepted for
point size for the text. Text color is black. Typing should
For the first page of any chapter, the left, top and bottom margins should be
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All supported documents and forms should be included. Each appendix should be on a separate
page, designated in sequence as Appendix A, Appendix B etc., listed in the table of contents and referenced
within the main text. References should be provided for some appendices, which include data and published
plagiarism checking of the research thesis to avoid violation of the university rules
The threshold for similarity index for all submitted manuscript is 20%. Violation of these anti-
agiarism guidelines will be met with corresponding sanctions based on established penalties in the student
thesis/dissertation/capstone [6]:
size paper (8 ½ x 11 in). Orientation should be portrait style (can be read
lengthwise). Text and figures are placed on only one side of the paper. The other side should be left blank.
thesis/dissertation/capstone is English. Use only
objective, expository English. Idioms, slang, subjective words and phrases, metaphors and undefined
acceptable grammar and correct spelling.
and other related official documents must be
written draft and/or form be accepted for submission.
point size for the text. Text color is black. Typing should always be neat,
For the first page of any chapter, the left, top and bottom margins should be40mm wide.
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For the rest of the pages, the left margin should
be 25mm.
The right margin is 25mm for all pages. Make sure text i
space indention for every paragraph.
Margin specifications are meant to facilitate binding and trimm
footnotes, illustrations, etc), including page numbers must be
-Spacing
The body of the thesis/dissertation/capstone
however, should be single-spaced:
- abstract
- footnotes
- quotations longer than three lines
- references and bibliography (except between entries)
- headings or subheadings
- multi-line captions of tables, figures, illustrations, etc.
For good visual effect, use multi-spacing for the ap
-Pagination
Pages should be numbered consecutively throughout the thesis
figures, tables, appendices and bibliography. Page 1 begins with the first page of the first
numbers are not to be enclosed by parentheses, hyphens or other decorative devices. Preliminary pages
preceding the first chapter are numbered using small roman numerals (i, ii, iii, etc). The title page should not
be numbered although it is counted as page i. Page n
page.
- Binding
After the student/s successfully defended the thesis
revisions, obtained all necessary signatures the manuscript must be phot
Undergraduate students must obtain at
the school library, one for the respective college
the foot of the thesis spine, using a 24
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For the rest of the pages, the left margin should be 40mm and the top and
The right margin is 25mm for all pages. Make sure text is always justified on both
space indention for every paragraph.
Margin specifications are meant to facilitate binding and trimming. All information
footnotes, illustrations, etc), including page numbers must be within the text area.
thesis/dissertation/capstone should be typed double
quotations longer than three lines
references and bibliography (except between entries)
line captions of tables, figures, illustrations, etc.
spacing for the approval sheet and title page.
Pages should be numbered consecutively throughout the thesis/dissertation
figures, tables, appendices and bibliography. Page 1 begins with the first page of the first
not to be enclosed by parentheses, hyphens or other decorative devices. Preliminary pages
preceding the first chapter are numbered using small roman numerals (i, ii, iii, etc). The title page should not
be numbered although it is counted as page i. Page numbers are placed at the center of the bottom of each
After the student/s successfully defended the thesis/dissertation, integrated all recommendations and
revisions, obtained all necessary signatures the manuscript must be photocopied an
graduate students must obtain at least three hardbound copies of their approved thesis: one copy for
for the respective colleges. The following should be lettered in gold from the head to
using a 24-point font: proponent/s; degree for which the work is submitted; and
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be 40mm and the top and bottom margins should
s always justified on both sides. Use a five-
ing. All information(text headings,
within the text area.
should be typed double-spaced. The following,
/dissertation, including pages of
figures, tables, appendices and bibliography. Page 1 begins with the first page of the first chapter. Page
not to be enclosed by parentheses, hyphens or other decorative devices. Preliminary pages
preceding the first chapter are numbered using small roman numerals (i, ii, iii, etc). The title page should not
umbers are placed at the center of the bottom of each
, integrated all recommendations and
ocopied and hard bounded.
hardbound copies of their approved thesis: one copy for
The following should be lettered in gold from the head to
point font: proponent/s; degree for which the work is submitted; and
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year of submission. The following particulars should be provided on the thesis cover, using 18
block font: title of thesis; proponent/s; degree; name of schoo
cover is very similar to that of the title page.
Postgraduate students must obtain at least three hardbound copies of their approved thesis: one copy
for the school library, one for the national libr
thesis for all MBA programmes should be blue.
After the approved copy of the thesis has been forwarded to the authorized printery for
and binding, the student submits the official receipt t
collect from the printer the final copies of the thesis and
-CD Label
For capstone project or design project, the CD case cover follows the format
hardbound copy.
-Writing Conventions
Numbers
Spell out all numbers less than ten unless they are attached to units of measurement(e.g. 5kg, 10ml).
Use figures for 10 or numbers more than 10. If a sentence begins with a
even if it is more than 10.If a series of figures is to be used, use numerals regardless of the value; example:
- In the room were 4 chairs, 12 boxes, 13 books, 10 files, 9 umbrellas and 8
- The number of computer units bought during the last five years was 8, 53,
Units of Measure
Whenever applicable, use SI units of measurement
abbreviations for units of measure, and do not put a period after them. For
hectares (2.5ha); 3.7 metric ton (3.7mt) 80
- Direct Quotations
Quotations must be copied accurately, word for word, and they must be placed in
unless they have been formally set off from the rest of the text.
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The following particulars should be provided on the thesis cover, using 18
block font: title of thesis; proponent/s; degree; name of school; and year of submission.
cover is very similar to that of the title page.
Postgraduate students must obtain at least three hardbound copies of their approved thesis: one copy
for the school library, one for the national library and one for the dean office. The cover colour of the bound
thesis for all MBA programmes should be blue.
After the approved copy of the thesis has been forwarded to the authorized printery for
and binding, the student submits the official receipt to the thesis adviser. It is the duty of the adviser to
collect from the printer the final copies of the thesis and forwards them to the library and the college dean.
For capstone project or design project, the CD case cover follows the format
Spell out all numbers less than ten unless they are attached to units of measurement(e.g. 5kg, 10ml).
Use figures for 10 or numbers more than 10. If a sentence begins with a number, write the number in words
even if it is more than 10.If a series of figures is to be used, use numerals regardless of the value; example:
In the room were 4 chairs, 12 boxes, 13 books, 10 files, 9 umbrellas and 8 pairs of shoes.
nits bought during the last five years was 8, 53, 27, 38, 52 and 9.
use SI units of measurement. Always use internationally
abbreviations for units of measure, and do not put a period after them. For example: 20
hectares (2.5ha); 3.7 metric ton (3.7mt) 80 kilometres per hour (80kph).
Quotations must be copied accurately, word for word, and they must be placed in
et off from the rest of the text. Direct quotations must be minimized at all
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The following particulars should be provided on the thesis cover, using 18-point gold
l; and year of submission. The layout of the
Postgraduate students must obtain at least three hardbound copies of their approved thesis: one copy
. The cover colour of the bound
After the approved copy of the thesis has been forwarded to the authorized printery for reproduction
the duty of the adviser to
forwards them to the library and the college dean.
For capstone project or design project, the CD case cover follows the format of the Title Page on the
Spell out all numbers less than ten unless they are attached to units of measurement(e.g. 5kg, 10ml).
rite the number in words
even if it is more than 10.If a series of figures is to be used, use numerals regardless of the value; example:
pairs of shoes.
27, 38, 52 and 9.
. Always use internationally recognized
ple: 20 millilitres (20ml); 2.5
Quotations must be copied accurately, word for word, and they must be placed in quotation marks
Direct quotations must be minimized at all
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costs, except in some fields such as literature.
the reader. Students must learn to synthesize and paraphrase concep
-Footnotes
Footnotes should be used sparingly regardless of the field of study. It is recommended that citations
be used instead of footnotes. Extensive footnoting tends to distract the reader from the main argument of
the text. In cases where footnotes are necessary, the indicators used are superscript. The numbering of
footnotes should begin with 1 and must be continuous throughout the whole text.
-Citation
References must be cited properly, both in the text as well
thesis. Below is an example of how a citation should be done:
1991).
-Grammatical Tenses
As a rule of thumb, use the present tense when referring to previously published
tense when referring to present results of the study. In a thesis, it is normal to go back and forth between
present and past tenses. Most of the abstract should be in the past tense because present results are being
described. On the other hand, the introduction, discussion and conclusion should be in the present tense
because these chapters usually refer to previously published works.
5. Assessment
The thesis/dissertation/capstone
one of whom will be the supervisor
specialization of the topic being presented
independently; they both assign a grade to the t
strengths and weaknesses of the study.
5.1 Defense Guidelines
Final Projects, Capstone, Research Projects, Practicum (Bachelor) and Thesis (Master) defense and
oral presentations have to be scheduled d
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costs, except in some fields such as literature. Extensive use of direct quotations can be quite irritating for
learn to synthesize and paraphrase concepts in their own words and style.
Footnotes should be used sparingly regardless of the field of study. It is recommended that citations
be used instead of footnotes. Extensive footnoting tends to distract the reader from the main argument of
he text. In cases where footnotes are necessary, the indicators used are superscript. The numbering of
footnotes should begin with 1 and must be continuous throughout the whole text.
References must be cited properly, both in the text as well as in the reference list at the end of the
thesis. Below is an example of how a citation should be done: Sedili plantation areas (James Thomson,
As a rule of thumb, use the present tense when referring to previously published
tense when referring to present results of the study. In a thesis, it is normal to go back and forth between
present and past tenses. Most of the abstract should be in the past tense because present results are being
her hand, the introduction, discussion and conclusion should be in the present tense
because these chapters usually refer to previously published works.
thesis/dissertation/capstone will be assessed internally in AMAIUB by two members of
one of whom will be the supervisor and one external member all of whom shall belong to the same
specialization of the topic being presented. Each examiner evaluates the thesis/dissertation/capstone
sign a grade to the thesis and prepare a short report that highlights the
strengths and weaknesses of the study.
Final Projects, Capstone, Research Projects, Practicum (Bachelor) and Thesis (Master) defense and
be scheduled during faculty members’ Administrative hours.
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Extensive use of direct quotations can be quite irritating for
ts in their own words and style.
Footnotes should be used sparingly regardless of the field of study. It is recommended that citations
be used instead of footnotes. Extensive footnoting tends to distract the reader from the main argument of
he text. In cases where footnotes are necessary, the indicators used are superscript. The numbering of
as in the reference list at the end of the
Sedili plantation areas (James Thomson,
As a rule of thumb, use the present tense when referring to previously published work and the past
tense when referring to present results of the study. In a thesis, it is normal to go back and forth between
present and past tenses. Most of the abstract should be in the past tense because present results are being
her hand, the introduction, discussion and conclusion should be in the present tense
will be assessed internally in AMAIUB by two members of faculty,
and one external member all of whom shall belong to the same
thesis/dissertation/capstone
short report that highlights the
Final Projects, Capstone, Research Projects, Practicum (Bachelor) and Thesis (Master) defense and
hours.
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Thesis Oral Defense form should be filled (Appendix C).
The Thesis/DESPRO Adviser must ensure that a Thesis or Design Project is complete before including it in the
schedule of defense. Complete means that:
- Edited and printed final draft of manuscript
- Software is available and running.
- Prototype is available and working/functioning.
The schedule must be submitted to the Dean for approval. The students will be advised of their defense
schedule no less than 2 weeks before the date of defense. The approved list must be posted in strategic area
in the campus
5.2 Defense Panel Composition
A. Undergraduate Defense
1. The capstone defense panel shall be composed of two (2) internal panel
whose specializations fall within the topic of the student;
2. The panel shall be a Master Degree holder or have an equivalent work experience of three (3) years
in related fields.
B. Graduate Defense
1. The thesis defense panel shall be composed of two (
whose specializations fall within the topic of the student;
2. The panel shall be PhD degree holders.
5.3 Grading System
Preliminary Period Chapter 1 (Introduction), Chapter 2 (Review of Related
(Materials and Methods)
Midterms Period Chapter 4 (Results and Discussion) and Chapter 5 (Conclusion and Recommendations)
Final Period Oral Defense
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e form should be filled (Appendix C).
The Thesis/DESPRO Adviser must ensure that a Thesis or Design Project is complete before including it in the
schedule of defense. Complete means that:
Edited and printed final draft of manuscript
Prototype is available and working/functioning.
The schedule must be submitted to the Dean for approval. The students will be advised of their defense
an 2 weeks before the date of defense. The approved list must be posted in strategic area
he capstone defense panel shall be composed of two (2) internal panels and one (1) external pan
whose specializations fall within the topic of the student;
The panel shall be a Master Degree holder or have an equivalent work experience of three (3) years
1. The thesis defense panel shall be composed of two (2) internal panels and one (1) external panel
whose specializations fall within the topic of the student;
2. The panel shall be PhD degree holders.
Chapter 1 (Introduction), Chapter 2 (Review of Related Literature and
Chapter 4 (Results and Discussion) and Chapter 5 (Conclusion and Recommendations)
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The Thesis/DESPRO Adviser must ensure that a Thesis or Design Project is complete before including it in the
The schedule must be submitted to the Dean for approval. The students will be advised of their defense
an 2 weeks before the date of defense. The approved list must be posted in strategic area
and one (1) external panel
The panel shall be a Master Degree holder or have an equivalent work experience of three (3) years
and one (1) external panel
Literature and Chapter 3
Chapter 4 (Results and Discussion) and Chapter 5 (Conclusion and Recommendations)
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Oral Defense for MBA thesis project will be graded as follows
1. Application of Concepts and Theories
2. Literature Review and References
3. Results and Discussion, and Over
4. ORAL PRESENTATION
For Undergraduate Capstone project COE
1. Project assessment
2. Technical Report
3. Oral Presentation
For Undergraduate Capstone project CCS
1. Final Paper
2. Prototype/ Software
3. Oral Presentation
For Undergraduate Capstone project BSIS
1. Application of concepts Theory
2. Literature Review and References
3. Result and Discussion
4. Oral Presentation
For Undergraduate Capstone project BSBI (Appendix I):
1. Final Paper
2. Prototype/ Software
3. Oral Presentation
4. Collaborative Work
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efense for MBA thesis project will be graded as follows (Appendix E):
Concepts and Theories 10%
Literature Review and References 20%
3. Results and Discussion, and Over-all substance 20%
50%
100%
For Undergraduate Capstone project COE (Appendix F):
Project assessment 55%
Technical Report 25%
Oral Presentation 20%
100%
For Undergraduate Capstone project CCS (Appendix G):
30%
35%
35%
100%
For Undergraduate Capstone project BSIS (Appendix H):
Application of concepts Theory 10%
terature Review and References 20%
20%
50%
100%
For Undergraduate Capstone project BSBI (Appendix I):
40%
40%
10%
10%
100%
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6. The Supervisory Process
The supervision of graduate’s thesis by experts/specialist faculty members aims to provide an
environment which is both supportive, stimulating and enables students to learn the esse
of thesis/research for the purpose of producing thesis/research of high quality and significance. Moreover, it
should help students to successfully navigate the journey from problem definition up to thesis completion.
For the supervision to be successful, it requires recognition of shared responsibility between the
student and the supervisor. It demands high professionalism and open communications, and being tolerant
and understanding.
6.1 Selection of Supervisor
AMAIUB will provide students with a supervisor, based on the area of research specialism the
supervisor has in relation to the research topic.
and projects available in colleges, which will be posted on the college websit
Once each student is allocated a supervisor it is expected that the student will work with that supervisor
until the completion of the thesis.
6.2 Supervisors Qualification
Any Faculty member who is a
student supervisor. The Faculty member
In addition to the PhD certificate, o
certificates may be approved to serve
least one co-supervisor must meet the
6.3 Withdrawal of a supervisor
If a student's supervisor resigned from
supervisor may, with the permission of the
a full-time member of the college must be appointed. If the supervisor is unable to continue, every effort
should be made by the college to secure a new supervisor for the student.
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The supervision of graduate’s thesis by experts/specialist faculty members aims to provide an
environment which is both supportive, stimulating and enables students to learn the esse
of thesis/research for the purpose of producing thesis/research of high quality and significance. Moreover, it
should help students to successfully navigate the journey from problem definition up to thesis completion.
n to be successful, it requires recognition of shared responsibility between the
student and the supervisor. It demands high professionalism and open communications, and being tolerant
udents with a supervisor, based on the area of research specialism the
ion to the research topic. AMAIUB will inform students about research opportunities
and projects available in colleges, which will be posted on the college website under each supervisor’s name.
Once each student is allocated a supervisor it is expected that the student will work with that supervisor
Any Faculty member who is a full time member of the AMAIUB is eligible to serve as a
Faculty member can be: Full Professor, Associate Professor, and
In addition to the PhD certificate, other appropriately qualified faculties with professional
may be approved to serve as a supervisor. Student can be supervised by
supervisor must meet the aforementioned criteria.
resigned from the University but the thesis is close to completion the
supervisor may, with the permission of the dean of the college, continue. In this case, a co
must be appointed. If the supervisor is unable to continue, every effort
to secure a new supervisor for the student. If the student has a problem with
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The supervision of graduate’s thesis by experts/specialist faculty members aims to provide an
environment which is both supportive, stimulating and enables students to learn the essentials components
of thesis/research for the purpose of producing thesis/research of high quality and significance. Moreover, it
should help students to successfully navigate the journey from problem definition up to thesis completion.
n to be successful, it requires recognition of shared responsibility between the
student and the supervisor. It demands high professionalism and open communications, and being tolerant
udents with a supervisor, based on the area of research specialism the
AMAIUB will inform students about research opportunities
e under each supervisor’s name.
Once each student is allocated a supervisor it is expected that the student will work with that supervisor
is eligible to serve as a postgraduate
, and Assistant Professor.
faculties with professional
Student can be supervised by two co-supervisors. At
the thesis is close to completion the
, continue. In this case, a co-supervisor who is
must be appointed. If the supervisor is unable to continue, every effort
If the student has a problem with
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his/her supervisor, the dean of the college must appoint another supervisor to carry on the supervision
process.
6.4 Processes of Supervision
There are a variety of supervision processes in use, each with their own advantages and
disadvantages. We do not wish to be prescriptive and recommend a particular way but each supervisor and
student will determine which the most appropriate way for them to
be taken into account in discussing which method to adopt
Student’s preferred process of learning, taking account of a need for structure, discipline and
ability to self-motivate.
Supervisor’s experience of the variou
Availability of the supervisor during research period.
6.5 The Roles and Responsibilities of the Supervisor
1. Guide the student in the selection and planning of a meaningful and appropriate research topic that
can be successfully completed within allowable time limit for the graduate programme.
2. Ensure student has understanding of the relevant theories, knowledge, and background literature,
and the methodological and technical skills necessary for the research.
3. Ensure that the research environment is safe, equitable, and free from discrimination.
4. Establish a practice of regular meetings with the student at which all matters relating to the research
project can be discussed.
5. Provide commentary, constructively and within a reaso
written work. This should include:
a. Being reasonably accessible for unscheduled meetings
b. Keeping track of progress and investigating any concerns
6. Alert the student to what they may expect from the supervisor by way
7. Monitor progress according to agreed milestones (and revising same based on issues).
8. Ensure that the student is familiar with the University policy on plagiarism.
9. Encourage student to attend relevant taught modules
10. Assist and encourage the wider professional development of the student by means such as:
a. Participation in seminars and colloquia
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his/her supervisor, the dean of the college must appoint another supervisor to carry on the supervision
ere are a variety of supervision processes in use, each with their own advantages and
disadvantages. We do not wish to be prescriptive and recommend a particular way but each supervisor and
student will determine which the most appropriate way for them to work together. Various factors should
which method to adopt:
Student’s preferred process of learning, taking account of a need for structure, discipline and
Supervisor’s experience of the various methods and areas of research.
supervisor during research period.
The Roles and Responsibilities of the Supervisor
Guide the student in the selection and planning of a meaningful and appropriate research topic that
sfully completed within allowable time limit for the graduate programme.
Ensure student has understanding of the relevant theories, knowledge, and background literature,
and the methodological and technical skills necessary for the research.
e research environment is safe, equitable, and free from discrimination.
Establish a practice of regular meetings with the student at which all matters relating to the research
Provide commentary, constructively and within a reasonable timeframe, on the student’s oral and
written work. This should include:
Being reasonably accessible for unscheduled meetings
Keeping track of progress and investigating any concerns
Alert the student to what they may expect from the supervisor by way of a critique of work.
Monitor progress according to agreed milestones (and revising same based on issues).
Ensure that the student is familiar with the University policy on plagiarism.
Encourage student to attend relevant taught modules
age the wider professional development of the student by means such as:
Participation in seminars and colloquia
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his/her supervisor, the dean of the college must appoint another supervisor to carry on the supervision
ere are a variety of supervision processes in use, each with their own advantages and
disadvantages. We do not wish to be prescriptive and recommend a particular way but each supervisor and
work together. Various factors should
Student’s preferred process of learning, taking account of a need for structure, discipline and
Guide the student in the selection and planning of a meaningful and appropriate research topic that
sfully completed within allowable time limit for the graduate programme.
Ensure student has understanding of the relevant theories, knowledge, and background literature,
e research environment is safe, equitable, and free from discrimination.
Establish a practice of regular meetings with the student at which all matters relating to the research
nable timeframe, on the student’s oral and
of a critique of work.
Monitor progress according to agreed milestones (and revising same based on issues).
age the wider professional development of the student by means such as:
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b. Attendance and presentation of work at local, regional, and international conferences or
fora.
11. Provide guidance on the preparation of the thesis
12. Complete annual progress report in conjunction with the student in order to monitor the student’s
progress and highlight any unexpected problems which has to be addressed.
13. Assist in the selection thesis panel during the thes
6.6 The Roles and Responsibilities of Student
For a successful student-supervisor relationship the student must be familiar and adhere to the
rules, policies, guidelines and procedures in place for the supervision of thesis at t
Hence, every research student will:
1. Liaise with the supervisor in the selection of research topic which can be completed as a thesis and
written up within the prescribed period of study.
2. Agree with the supervisor the basic structure
method, a realistic plan of work, and any additional required study needed for the successful
implementation of the thesis.
3. Work with the supervisor in developing important milestones and timelines such
thesis topic; completing a literature review; achieving intermediate research goals; attending
conferences; publishing paper; analyzing data; and completing drafts of the thesis.
4. Advise the supervisor of progress according to agreed mile
5. Establish a practice of regular meetings with the supervisor at which all matters relating to the
thesis/research project can be discussed.
6. Letting the supervisor know how you can be contacted, when you will be unavoidably absent, and
informing your supervisor of anything significant that may affect your academic progress.
7. Be familiar with the University policy on plagiarism.
8. Complete annual progress report in conjunction with the supervisor in order to monitor progress
and highlight any unexpected
9. Present work in progress, and attend relevant conferences, meetings and workshops.
10. Liaise with the supervisor during preparation of the thesis and oral defense presentation.
11. Maintain records of the thesis in a manner whi
a legitimate right to enquire.
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Attendance and presentation of work at local, regional, and international conferences or
Provide guidance on the preparation of the thesis and oral defense presentation.
Complete annual progress report in conjunction with the student in order to monitor the student’s
progress and highlight any unexpected problems which has to be addressed.
Assist in the selection thesis panel during the thesis defense of the student.
6.6 The Roles and Responsibilities of Student
supervisor relationship the student must be familiar and adhere to the
rules, policies, guidelines and procedures in place for the supervision of thesis at the graduate programme.
Liaise with the supervisor in the selection of research topic which can be completed as a thesis and
written up within the prescribed period of study.
Agree with the supervisor the basic structure of thesis/research project, an appropriate research
method, a realistic plan of work, and any additional required study needed for the successful
implementation of the thesis.
Work with the supervisor in developing important milestones and timelines such
thesis topic; completing a literature review; achieving intermediate research goals; attending
conferences; publishing paper; analyzing data; and completing drafts of the thesis.
Advise the supervisor of progress according to agreed milestones.
Establish a practice of regular meetings with the supervisor at which all matters relating to the
thesis/research project can be discussed.
Letting the supervisor know how you can be contacted, when you will be unavoidably absent, and
r supervisor of anything significant that may affect your academic progress.
Be familiar with the University policy on plagiarism.
Complete annual progress report in conjunction with the supervisor in order to monitor progress
and highlight any unexpected problems which has to be addressed.
Present work in progress, and attend relevant conferences, meetings and workshops.
Liaise with the supervisor during preparation of the thesis and oral defense presentation.
Maintain records of the thesis in a manner which can be accessed and understood by anyone with
a legitimate right to enquire.
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Attendance and presentation of work at local, regional, and international conferences or
and oral defense presentation.
Complete annual progress report in conjunction with the student in order to monitor the student’s
progress and highlight any unexpected problems which has to be addressed.
supervisor relationship the student must be familiar and adhere to the
he graduate programme.
Liaise with the supervisor in the selection of research topic which can be completed as a thesis and
of thesis/research project, an appropriate research
method, a realistic plan of work, and any additional required study needed for the successful
Work with the supervisor in developing important milestones and timelines such as: establishing a
thesis topic; completing a literature review; achieving intermediate research goals; attending
conferences; publishing paper; analyzing data; and completing drafts of the thesis.
Establish a practice of regular meetings with the supervisor at which all matters relating to the
Letting the supervisor know how you can be contacted, when you will be unavoidably absent, and
r supervisor of anything significant that may affect your academic progress.
Complete annual progress report in conjunction with the supervisor in order to monitor progress
Present work in progress, and attend relevant conferences, meetings and workshops.
Liaise with the supervisor during preparation of the thesis and oral defense presentation.
ch can be accessed and understood by anyone with
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6.7 Level of Supervision
One of the main responsibilities
of the thesis/dissertation/capstone (Appendix D
done by the student. If the level of the progress is
recommendations or ask for help from advising thesis committee.
6.8 Conduct of Meeting and Supervision
1. The supervisor will conduct
minutes each, or equivalent, in order to hear and give advice on reports of the student’s progress
and to answer reasonable questions for which 48 h
respond to students’ questions within 5 working days. If the supervisor is unable to give an answer
to a question, she/he will contact the student with the answer no more than five workings days after
the meeting. Meetings records are shown in Appendix
2. The supervisor should attend all pre
attendance, giving the student a series of alternative dates for the meeting.
3. The supervisor will be fully prep
questions submitted by the student and giving the best advice to assist the students to achieve their
goals.
4. The supervisor will/ or will not interfere in the direction o
5. The supervisor may look at outlines of work and will read drafts.
6. Students will not expect supervisors to correct grammar but some supervisors may do so.
6.9 Managing your Research Process
Time management. Each project is unique, and it will be u
supervisors to decide when and how to best utilize the time available to push the project forward
(Appendix E).
The project does not work.
make projects work, the nature of research is such that it requires patience, perseverance, critical
thinking, and on many occasions, a change in direction. Thoroughness, attention to detail, and
comprehensive notes are crucial when reporting the progress of a projec
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responsibilities of the supervisor is to prepare student progress monitoring
(Appendix D). This report identifies the level of the thesis progress that is
If the level of the progress is not satisfied the supervisor
recommendations or ask for help from advising thesis committee.
Supervision
The supervisor will conduct the required number of meetings (e.g. 2 per week) lasting about 3
minutes each, or equivalent, in order to hear and give advice on reports of the student’s progress
and to answer reasonable questions for which 48 hours’ notice has been given. Supervisors will
respond to students’ questions within 5 working days. If the supervisor is unable to give an answer
to a question, she/he will contact the student with the answer no more than five workings days after
records are shown in Appendix E.
The supervisor should attend all pre-arranged meetings or provide at least 24 hours’ notice of non
attendance, giving the student a series of alternative dates for the meeting.
The supervisor will be fully prepared for all meetings, having considered answers to all reasonable
questions submitted by the student and giving the best advice to assist the students to achieve their
The supervisor will/ or will not interfere in the direction or objectives of the thesis
The supervisor may look at outlines of work and will read drafts.
Students will not expect supervisors to correct grammar but some supervisors may do so.
rocess
Each project is unique, and it will be up to students
supervisors to decide when and how to best utilize the time available to push the project forward
The project does not work. Although projects are generally well conceived, and it is people that
ts work, the nature of research is such that it requires patience, perseverance, critical
thinking, and on many occasions, a change in direction. Thoroughness, attention to detail, and
comprehensive notes are crucial when reporting the progress of a project.
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student progress monitoring report
his report identifies the level of the thesis progress that is
the supervisor must suggest some
per week) lasting about 30
minutes each, or equivalent, in order to hear and give advice on reports of the student’s progress
ours’ notice has been given. Supervisors will
respond to students’ questions within 5 working days. If the supervisor is unable to give an answer
to a question, she/he will contact the student with the answer no more than five workings days after
arranged meetings or provide at least 24 hours’ notice of non-
ared for all meetings, having considered answers to all reasonable
questions submitted by the student and giving the best advice to assist the students to achieve their
thesis.
Students will not expect supervisors to correct grammar but some supervisors may do so.
p to students themselves and their
supervisors to decide when and how to best utilize the time available to push the project forward
Although projects are generally well conceived, and it is people that
ts work, the nature of research is such that it requires patience, perseverance, critical
thinking, and on many occasions, a change in direction. Thoroughness, attention to detail, and
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When postgraduate student reports failures or problems, he/she makes sure that he/she has all
details at hand. The postgraduate student has to be inclusive in his/her assessment. Then ask
questions. Supervisors usually have sufficient experience to det
to lead undergraduate student in the right direction when the student is able to provide all the
necessary details. They also have enough experience to know when to change directions.
If the student faces problem to f
information elsewhere, such as other local universities in Bahrain or international universities, some
government agencies, such as Environmental Affairs in Bahrain, Ministry of Education,
Culture, etc., and/or industries companies in Bahrain that offer services for students during the
academic year, such as BAPCO, ALBA, etc.
If there are any difficulties with the supervision process, an attempt to address them should first be
made by the supervisor and student. However, if this does not prove successful or if the nature of
the problem makes this approach unsuitable then the
as possible. The concerns will be discussed and action taken
difficulties experienced by either student or supervisor.
Postgraduate students will not be able to exchange supervisors just to meet personal preferences.
Crucial matter must be cleared, the numbers of students, topic ar
expertise all have to be balanced carefully and this means that supervisors cannot be based upon
student choice.
7. Research Ethics
Ethics is of great importance to
defined research. In addition, research ethics educates and monitors scientists conducting research to
ensure a high ethical standard. To help researchers address the issue of ethics, AMAIUB has produced a
policy and set of procedures that apply t
the university. This policy and the associated procedures therefore apply to all students who are researching
for the purposes of completing their capstone courses or postgraduate thesis
decides to change his/her research project, it is his/her responsibility to ensure research ethics of the new
research. This will be assessed as before. The student should discuss the issue with his/her supervisor.
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graduate student reports failures or problems, he/she makes sure that he/she has all
graduate student has to be inclusive in his/her assessment. Then ask
questions. Supervisors usually have sufficient experience to detect errors in procedures and are able
to lead undergraduate student in the right direction when the student is able to provide all the
necessary details. They also have enough experience to know when to change directions.
If the student faces problem to find information at AMAIUB, there will be an opportunity to find the
information elsewhere, such as other local universities in Bahrain or international universities, some
government agencies, such as Environmental Affairs in Bahrain, Ministry of Education,
Culture, etc., and/or industries companies in Bahrain that offer services for students during the
academic year, such as BAPCO, ALBA, etc.
If there are any difficulties with the supervision process, an attempt to address them should first be
made by the supervisor and student. However, if this does not prove successful or if the nature of
the problem makes this approach unsuitable then the Programme Head should be contacted as soon
as possible. The concerns will be discussed and action taken as appropriate. This applies to
difficulties experienced by either student or supervisor.
graduate students will not be able to exchange supervisors just to meet personal preferences.
Crucial matter must be cleared, the numbers of students, topic areas, faculty availability and
expertise all have to be balanced carefully and this means that supervisors cannot be based upon
Ethics is of great importance to science and provides guidelines for the responsible conduct
defined research. In addition, research ethics educates and monitors scientists conducting research to
ensure a high ethical standard. To help researchers address the issue of ethics, AMAIUB has produced a
policy and set of procedures that apply to all research activity being undertaken by faculty and students of
the university. This policy and the associated procedures therefore apply to all students who are researching
ses of completing their capstone courses or postgraduate thesis. If a
decides to change his/her research project, it is his/her responsibility to ensure research ethics of the new
research. This will be assessed as before. The student should discuss the issue with his/her supervisor.
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graduate student reports failures or problems, he/she makes sure that he/she has all
graduate student has to be inclusive in his/her assessment. Then ask
ect errors in procedures and are able
to lead undergraduate student in the right direction when the student is able to provide all the
necessary details. They also have enough experience to know when to change directions.
ind information at AMAIUB, there will be an opportunity to find the
information elsewhere, such as other local universities in Bahrain or international universities, some
government agencies, such as Environmental Affairs in Bahrain, Ministry of Education, Ministry of
Culture, etc., and/or industries companies in Bahrain that offer services for students during the
If there are any difficulties with the supervision process, an attempt to address them should first be
made by the supervisor and student. However, if this does not prove successful or if the nature of
should be contacted as soon
as appropriate. This applies to
graduate students will not be able to exchange supervisors just to meet personal preferences.
eas, faculty availability and
expertise all have to be balanced carefully and this means that supervisors cannot be based upon
and provides guidelines for the responsible conduct of well-
defined research. In addition, research ethics educates and monitors scientists conducting research to
ensure a high ethical standard. To help researchers address the issue of ethics, AMAIUB has produced a
o all research activity being undertaken by faculty and students of
the university. This policy and the associated procedures therefore apply to all students who are researching
If a postgraduate student
decides to change his/her research project, it is his/her responsibility to ensure research ethics of the new
research. This will be assessed as before. The student should discuss the issue with his/her supervisor.
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7.1 Anti-plagiarism Checking
AMAIUB uses a proper detection anti
system has access to many sources worldwide (
plagiarism checking will need work to be submitted electronically
copy). Your supervisor will advise you for submitting your work
In order to strengthen the intellectual ethics and the anti
following are implemented:
a- Any thesis defense (Master
with an anti-plagiarism rep
b- The anti-plagiarism report as mentioned in
8. Library
8.1 The Importance of the Library
Access to up-to-date information is very important in research. Information is becoming more
readily accessible, but at the same time the quantity of information is growing exponenti
the traditional sources of books and journals, scientific and technical information is now available from a
large number of international databases, electronic journals, and a bewildering array of Internet resources.
The AMAIUB Library can help students with all the information they need. The Library is located in
the main building of the AMAIUB. The Library has
information either print or no-print materials. The library can be re
The AMAIUB library provides a range of up
collections of textbooks to cover the requirements of the College's undergraduate courses; journals to
support the College research activities; website access to a range of e
AMAIUB Online Database Resources
Online Database Resources
1. ACM Digital Library
2. ASPP – IEEE
3. IEEE Online Standards
4. EBSCO Online Database:
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uses a proper detection anti-plagiarism system to scan work for evidence of plagiarism. This
system has access to many sources worldwide (journals, books, articles, magazines, websites etc.
k to be submitted electronically (soft copy) as well as in paper form
sor will advise you for submitting your work.
In order to strengthen the intellectual ethics and the anti-plagiarism best practices at AMAIUB,
(Master and undergraduate level), final or intermediat
rism report showing a similarity index of 20% or more
plagiarism report as mentioned in (a) should be part of the cited reports as appendix.
date information is very important in research. Information is becoming more
readily accessible, but at the same time the quantity of information is growing exponenti
the traditional sources of books and journals, scientific and technical information is now available from a
large number of international databases, electronic journals, and a bewildering array of Internet resources.
can help students with all the information they need. The Library is located in
the main building of the AMAIUB. The Library has well trained staffs who can assist them in locating the
print materials. The library can be reached at Tel :( +973) 17787963
The AMAIUB library provides a range of up-to-date information in all fields of sciences. There are
collections of textbooks to cover the requirements of the College's undergraduate courses; journals to
search activities; website access to a range of e-websites for publications, including:
AMAIUB Online Database Resources (http://libresources.amaiu.edu.bh)
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plagiarism system to scan work for evidence of plagiarism. This
journals, books, articles, magazines, websites etc.).The anti-
as well as in paper form (hard
plagiarism best practices at AMAIUB, the
level), final or intermediate will not be scheduled
of 20% or more.
cited reports as appendix.
date information is very important in research. Information is becoming more
readily accessible, but at the same time the quantity of information is growing exponentially. In addition to
the traditional sources of books and journals, scientific and technical information is now available from a
large number of international databases, electronic journals, and a bewildering array of Internet resources.
can help students with all the information they need. The Library is located in
well trained staffs who can assist them in locating the
Tel :( +973) 17787963.
date information in all fields of sciences. There are
collections of textbooks to cover the requirements of the College's undergraduate courses; journals to
websites for publications, including:
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-Academic Search Primer.
-Business Source Primer.
-Regional Business News.
-ERIC (Education Resource Information Center).
5. AIS (Association of Information Society).
AMAIUB LIBRARY SYSTEM (http://libsys.amaiu.edu.bh
Officially enrolled students are required
names and passwords to access the library system and online databases.
How to access the Online Databases:
1. Log in through the assigned user name and password.
2. Select a database
3. Click the search box
4. Search result will be display
5. Refine your result by using the following:
-Full text / what I can access
-Publication Year
-Subscribed Titles / Journals
-Author
6. Read the brief summary of each database to provide you with more helpful tips on how to use the
resources.
7. For any assistance, see any of the library staff.
The AMAIUB library provides a high quality study environment with both personal and collaborative
study facilities, such as, places to read, computers, and I
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ERIC (Education Resource Information Center).
. AIS (Association of Information Society).
tp://libsys.amaiu.edu.bh)
Officially enrolled students are required to register through any of the library staff for the user
names and passwords to access the library system and online databases.
How to access the Online Databases:
signed user name and password.
Search result will be display
Refine your result by using the following:
Full text / what I can access
y of each database to provide you with more helpful tips on how to use the
For any assistance, see any of the library staff.
The AMAIUB library provides a high quality study environment with both personal and collaborative
, such as, places to read, computers, and I-pads.
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to register through any of the library staff for the user
y of each database to provide you with more helpful tips on how to use the
The AMAIUB library provides a high quality study environment with both personal and collaborative
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9. References
1. Kumar, R. (2012). Specifications of Research Methodology: A Step
Edition. UK: Sage Publication Ltd
2. Kothari, C.R. (2013). Research Methodology
Limited.
3. Johnson, R. (2004). Theory of Science and Research Methodology
Technology.
4. Katz, R. J. (2009). From Research to Manuscript: A Guide to Scientific Writing
5. Lincoln, Y.S. and Guba, E.G. (2002).
confluences”, in Denzin, N.K. and Lincoln, Y.S. (
163-88. London: Sage Publications.
6. Allison, D. S. (2009). The Man
Education Partnerships, unpublished DBA Thesis. UK:
7. Cavana, R.Y., Delahaye, B.L.
Quantitative Methods, Wiley.
8. AMA Guidelines for Thesis Writing, GL
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Specifications of Research Methodology: A Step-By-Step Guide
Publication Ltd.
Research Methodology-Methods and Techniques. New Delhi:
Theory of Science and Research Methodology. Stockholm:
From Research to Manuscript: A Guide to Scientific Writing, 2
n, Y.S. and Guba, E.G. (2002). “Paradigmatic controversies, contradictions and emerging
confluences”, in Denzin, N.K. and Lincoln, Y.S. (eds.), Handbook of Qualitative Research
Sage Publications.
The Management of Cross Cultural Relationships in Transnational Higher
, unpublished DBA Thesis. UK: Teesside University.
ye, B.L., and Sekaran, U. (2001). Applied Business Research: Qualitative and
Wiley.
AMA Guidelines for Thesis Writing, GL-AAD 07.
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Step Guide for Beginners. 3rd
New Delhi: Wiley Eastern
Stockholm: Royal Institute of
, 2nd ed. Springer
“Paradigmatic controversies, contradictions and emerging
Handbook of Qualitative Research, 2nd ed., pp.
agement of Cross Cultural Relationships in Transnational Higher
Applied Business Research: Qualitative and
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10. Appendices
Appendix A: AMAIUB UNDERGRADUATE
AND POSTGRADUATE RESEARCH CERTIFICATION
Dissertation/Thesis Title: ____________________________
Supervisor Name: _____________________
Student Name: ____________________________________
1. I confirm that the work in this Research Project is original, that there is no
conflict of interest and that it has been carried out by me.
2. I confirm that all secondary material has been p
referenced in this thesis.
Name: ____________________________________
Signed: ___________________________________
Date: _____________________________________
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Appendix A: AMAIUB UNDERGRADUATE
AND POSTGRADUATE RESEARCH CERTIFICATION
____________________________
__________________________________
____________________________________
I confirm that the work in this Research Project is original, that there is no
conflict of interest and that it has been carried out by me.
I confirm that all secondary material has been properly acknowledged by me and
Name: ____________________________________
Signed: ___________________________________
_____________________________________
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AND POSTGRADUATE RESEARCH CERTIFICATION
I confirm that the work in this Research Project is original, that there is no
roperly acknowledged by me and
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This thesis entitled, “_____________
examination.
Approved by the Panel of Oral Examination
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Panel Member
Accepted and approved in partial
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Appendix B: Approval Sheet
_____________”,prepared by ___________ is hereby recommended for oral
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Thesis Adviser
Examination with a grade of ____________
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Panel Member
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External Member
Final Approval
Accepted and approved in partial fulfilment of the requirements of for the degree,
_______________________
________________________
Dean, College of _____________
_______________________
VP, Academic Affairs
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is hereby recommended for oral
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Thesis Adviser
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Panel Member
of the requirements of for the degree,
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Appendix C: THESIS ORAL DEFENSE APPLICATION FORM
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College/Department:
THESIS ORAL DEFENSE APPLICATION FORM
THE DEAN This is to certify that Mr. / Ms. a candidate for the degree had satisfactorily completed the thesis / project entitled: under my / our supervision and is now ready to defend it. ____________________________ Signature over Printed Name of Thesis Writing Professor
Thesis Proposal Verification
Date of Enrollment
Approved Title
Remarks (if any)
Schedule of Oral Examination Date
Panel Members
Recommending Approval
Thesis Writing Adviser
Programme/ Department Head
Associate Dean
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THESIS ORAL DEFENSE APPLICATION FORM
Salmabad, Kingdom of Bahrain
Doc. No.
Issue No.
Revision No.
Date of Effectivity
THESIS ORAL DEFENSE APPLICATION FORM
, major in
the thesis / project entitled:
under my / our supervision and is now ready to defend it. ____________________________
Signature over Printed Name of Thesis Writing Adviser Thesis Writing Professor
THESIS ORAL DEFENSE APPROVAL
Thesis Proposal Verification Thesis Writing Verification
Date of Enrolment
Approved Title
Remarks (if any)
te Day Time
Recommending Approval Approved by
Dean
VP of Academic Affairs
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THESIS ORAL DEFENSE APPLICATION FORM
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Approved by
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Appendix D:
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College/Department:
RESEARCH PROGRESS MONITORING REPORT
Program
Proponent(s)/Student(s)
Title
Expected Completion Date (Show as per Gantt Chart)
Date
To be accomplished by the Proponent(s)/Student(s)
Completed Chapter(s)/Parts
Chapter / Part in Progress
Difficulties Encountered
Changes from Previous Plan, if Any
Proponent(s)/Student(s) Note : This progress report form must beprogress of the students. This form must be included as part of the documentation submitted upon completing the thesis/research/project/business plan. This is a quality document. Revision of this document should undergo the standard procedure. The original copy of this document is of the Academic Affairs Department (AAD). The user should secure the latest revision of this document from the AAD office.
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: RESEARCH PROGRESS MONITORING REPORT
Salmabad, Kingdom of Bahrain
Doc. No.
Issue No.
Revision No.
Date of Effectivity
RESEARCH PROGRESS MONITORING REPORT
Course
ompletion Date (Show as per Gantt Chart)
To be accomplished by the Proponent(s)/Student(s) To be accomplished by the Professor
Comments and/or Suggestions
Comments and/or Suggestions
Comments and/or Suggestions
Comments and/or Suggestions
Proponent(s)/Student(s) Professor
Note : This progress report form must be accomplished by the student(s) and professor for monitoring the research progress of the students. This form must be included as part of the documentation submitted upon completing the
ument. Revision of this document should undergo the standard procedure. The original copy of this document is of the Academic Affairs Department (AAD). The user should secure the latest revision of this document from the AAD office.
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RESEARCH PROGRESS MONITORING REPORT
QR-AAD-010
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To be accomplished by the Professor
Comments and/or Suggestions
Comments and/or Suggestions
Comments and/or Suggestions
Comments and/or Suggestions
accomplished by the student(s) and professor for monitoring the research progress of the students. This form must be included as part of the documentation submitted upon completing the
ument. Revision of this document should undergo the standard procedure. The original copy of this document is filed at the office of the Academic Affairs Department (AAD). The user should secure the latest revision of this document from the AAD office.
RESEARCH AND PUBLICATION DEPARTMENT
AMAIUB Research Guidelines Research and Publication Department
Appendix E: SCORE SHEET FOR FINAL DEFENSE FOR MBA THESIS
Salmabad, Kingdom of Bahrain
College/Department:
SCORE SHEET FOR FINAL DEFENSE FOR MBA THESIS
Name of Proponent(s)
Degree
Major
Thesis Title
Supervisor
Criteria
Application of Concepts and Theories-Appropriate business concepts and theories are discussed and correctly applied. Literature Review and References -Sentences are well-written; there are no incorrect word choices and the text is free of errors in grammar, punctuation and spelling. -All sources are correctly and thoroughly documented; appropriate citation forms are utilized throughout.Results and Discussion, and Over-all substance The description, relevance, scope and other elements of the thesis are clear and well-stated. The results are comprehensively discussedOral Presentation -Quality of thesis presentation and ability to defend thesis
Rater Signature over Printed Name:
Date: _______________ Endorsed by:
College Dean Date:-----------------------------------------
Salmabad, Kingdom of Bahrain
RESEARCH AND PUBLICATION DEPARTMENT
SCORE SHEET FOR FINAL DEFENSE FOR MBA THESIS
Salmabad, Kingdom of Bahrain
Doc. No.
Issue No.
Revision No.
Date of Effectivity
SCORE SHEET FOR FINAL DEFENSE FOR MBA THESIS
Presentation Date
Place
Time
Weight (%)
Rating Remarks / Suggested Improvements
s and theories are
10%
written; there are no incorrect word choices and the text is free of errors in grammar,
thoroughly documented; appropriate citation forms are utilized throughout.
20%
all substance The description, relevance, scope and other elements of
discussed
20%
Quality of thesis presentation and ability to defend
50%
Totals 100 Recommended for Approval by
_________________________________
Head, Research and Publication
Date:------------------------------ Date:
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SCORE SHEET FOR FINAL DEFENSE FOR MBA THESIS
QR-RPD-058
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Jan. 2016
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Remarks / Suggested Improvements
Approved by
VP, Academic Affairs
Date:--------------------------------------
RESEARCH AND PUBLICATION DEPARTMENT
AMAIUB Research Guidelines Research and Publication Department
Appendix F: SCORE SHEET FOR FINAL DEFENSE
Salmabad, Kingdom of Bahrain
College/Department:
SCORE SHEET IN ORAL DEFENSE OF DESIGN PROJECT Academic Year
Name
Student ID No.
Degree
Major
Project Title
Adviser
Criteria
1. Project Assessment a. Literature Survey b. Coverage and use of modern engineering toolsc. Meeting project constraints and standards
(economic, environment, health and safety,)d. Design Experience
2. Technical Report a. Appropriateness of abstract to the projectb. Introduction and background of the studyc. The ability to identify and solve engineering
problems d. Methodology and Techniques e. Results and Discussions f. Conclusions and Recommendationsg. Report Layout
3. Oral Presentation a. The ability to function on multi-disciplinary
teams b. Style/Flow of Presentation c. Confidence about the subject d. The ability to communicate effectively
Total
Summary of Design Project Committee Ratings
Panel
Committee Chair
External Panel
Member
Member
Average
Salmabad, Kingdom of Bahrain
RESEARCH AND PUBLICATION DEPARTMENT
SCORE SHEET FOR FINAL DEFENSE FOR COE CAPSTONE PROJECT
Salmabad, Kingdom of Bahrain
Doc. No.
Issue No.
Revision No.
Date of Effectivity
SCORE SHEET IN ORAL DEFENSE OF DESIGN PROJECT B
Term
Presentation Date
Place
Time
Weight
Coverage and use of modern engineering tools aints and standards
th and safety,)
5%
20%
20%
10%
55%
Appropriateness of abstract to the project Introduction and background of the study The ability to identify and solve engineering
Conclusions and Recommendations
3% 3% 3%
3% 5% 3% 5%
25%
disciplinary
The ability to communicate effectively
5%
5% 5% 5%
20%
100%
Rater Signature over Printed Name
Summary of Design Project Committee Ratings
Percentage Name
%
%
%
%
Average %
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CAPSTONE PROJECT QR-AAD-013
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Presentation Date
Rating
Signature
RESEARCH AND PUBLICATION DEPARTMENT
AMAIUB Research Guidelines Research and Publication Department
Appendix G: SCORE SHEET FOR FINAL DEFENSE FOR CCS THESIS
Salmabad, Kingdom of Bahrain
College/Department:
SCORE SHEET IN ORAL DEFENSE OF
Name
Degree
Major
Thesis Title
Adviser
Criteria
4. Final Paper e. Originality / Inventiveness f. Quality of thesis manuscript
5. Prototype / Software h. Conceptual and Logical Designi. Workability and Application
6. Oral Presentation e. Quality of Thesis Presentationf. Ability to Defend the Thesis
Total
Summary of Thesis Committee Ratings
Panel
Committee Chair
Member
Member
Average
Salmabad, Kingdom of Bahrain
RESEARCH AND PUBLICATION DEPARTMENT
SCORE SHEET FOR FINAL DEFENSE FOR CCS THESIS
Salmabad, Kingdom of Bahrain
Doc. No.
Issue No.
Revision No.
Date of Effectivity
SCORE SHEET IN ORAL DEFENSE OF BSCS THESIS
Presentation Date
Place
Time
Weight
15% 15%
30%
Conceptual and Logical Design Workability and Application
20% 15%
35%
Quality of Thesis Presentation Ability to Defend the Thesis
20% 15%
35%
100%
Rater Signature over Printed Name
mittee Ratings
Percentage Name
%
%
%
Average %
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SCORE SHEET FOR FINAL DEFENSE FOR CCS THESIS QR-AAD-013
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01 September 2011
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Presentation Date
Rating
Signature
RESEARCH AND PUBLICATION DEPARTMENT
AMAIUB Research Guidelines Research and Publication Department
Appendix H: SCORE SHEET FOR FINAL DEFENSE FOR
Salmabad, Kingdom of Bahrain
College/Department:
SCORE SHEET FOR FINAL DEFENSE FOR
Name of Proponent(s)
Degree
Major
Thesis Title
Supervisor
Criteria
Application of Concepts and Theories-Appropriate business concepts and theories are discussed and correctly applied. Literature Review and References -Sentences are well-written; there are no incorrect wochoices and the text is free of errors in grammar, punctuation and spelling. -All sources are correctly and thoroughly documented; appropriate citation forms are utilized throughout.Results and Discussion, and Over-all substance The description, relevance, scope and other elements of the thesis are clear and well-stated. The results are comprehensively discussedOral Presentation -Quality of thesis presentation and ability to defend thesis
Rater Signature over Printed Name:
Date: _______________
Endorsed by:
College Dean
Date:-----------------------------------------
Salmabad, Kingdom of Bahrain
RESEARCH AND PUBLICATION DEPARTMENT
SCORE SHEET FOR FINAL DEFENSE FOR BSIS
Salmabad, Kingdom of Bahrain
Doc. No.
Issue No.
Revision No.
Date of Effectivity
SCORE SHEET FOR FINAL DEFENSE FOR BSIS THESIS
Presentation Date
Place
Time
Weight (%)
Rating Remarks / Suggested Improvements
Appropriate business concepts and theories are
10%
written; there are no incorrect word choices and the text is free of errors in grammar,
All sources are correctly and thoroughly documented; appropriate citation forms are utilized throughout.
20%
all substance , relevance, scope and other elements of
The results are comprehensively discussed
20%
Quality of thesis presentation and ability to defend
50%
Totals 100 Recommended for Approval by
_________________________________
Head, Research and Publication
Date:------------------------------ Date:
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BSIS THESIS QR-RPD-058
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Remarks / Suggested Improvements
Approved by
VP, Academic Affairs
Date:--------------------------------------
RESEARCH AND PUBLICATION DEPARTMENT
AMAIUB Research Guidelines Research and Publication Department
Appendix I: SCORE SHEET FOR FINAL DEFENSE FOR
Salmabad, Kingdom of Bahrain
College/Department:
SCORE SHEET FOR FINAL DEFENSE FOR
Name of Proponent(s)
Degree
Major
Thesis Title
Supervisor
Criteria
Capstone Project Manuscript -
Prototype Software
Oral Presentation
Collaborative Work
Rater Signature over Printed Name:
Date: _______________
Endorsed by:
College Dean
Date:-----------------------------------------
Salmabad, Kingdom of Bahrain
RESEARCH AND PUBLICATION DEPARTMENT
SCORE SHEET FOR FINAL DEFENSE FOR BSBI CAPSTONE PROJECT
Salmabad, Kingdom of Bahrain
Doc. No.
Issue No.
Revision No.
Date of Effectivity
SCORE SHEET FOR FINAL DEFENSE FOR BSBI CAPSTONE PROJECT
Presentation Date
Place
Time
Weight (%)
Rating Remarks / Sugges
40% 40% 10% 10%
Totals 100 Recommended for Approval by
_________________________________
Head, Research and Publication
Date:------------------------------ Date:
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BSBI CAPSTONE PROJECT QR-RPD-058
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Remarks / Suggested Improvements
Approved by
VP, Academic Affairs
Date:--------------------------------------
RESEARCH AND PUBLICATION DEPARTMENT
AMAIUB Research Guidelines Research and Publication Department
Term: ____ SY: _______
Teaching Weeks
Days
PRELIM
W1
1
2
3
4
5
W2
1
2
3
4
5
W3
1
2
3
4
5
W4
1
2
3
4
5
MIDTERM
W1
1
2
3
4
5
W2
1
2
3
4
5
W3
1
2
3
4
5
W4
1
2
3
Salmabad, Kingdom of Bahrain
RESEARCH AND PUBLICATION DEPARTMENT
Appendix J: Sample timeline
Days Activities
Meetings
Submit Research Outline
Meetings
Supervisor and AMAIUB approval of research outline
Meetings + Student work towards completing research proposal
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Supervisor and AMAIUB approval of research outline
Meetings + Student work towards completing research proposal
RESEARCH AND PUBLICATION DEPARTMENT
AMAIUB Research Guidelines Research and Publication Department
Term: ____ SY: _______
Teaching Weeks
Days
4
5
FINAL
W1
1
2
3
4
5
W2
1
2
3
4
5
W3
1
2
3
4
5
W4
1
2
3
4
5
Salmabad, Kingdom of Bahrain
RESEARCH AND PUBLICATION DEPARTMENT
Days Activities
Supervisor and AMAIUB Approval for research outline
Meetings + Student work towards submitting Thesis
SUBMIT THESIS
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Supervisor and AMAIUB Approval for research outline
Meetings + Student work towards submitting Thesis
Recommended