Unit Reference: M/507/8101 – Research, Problem Solving and Business Reporting

Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria

Learning Outcomes. To achieve this unit a learner must be able to:	Assessment Criteria. Assessment of these outcomes demonstrates the learner can:
1. Critically evaluate business problems and make use of relevant methods and theory to analyse problems and make appropriate decisions.	1.1 Critically analyse strategic and operational strengths and weaknesses for different organisations in a range of sectors. 1.2 Critically examine problem structuring methods and apply problem analysis methods and theory to specific business issues and comment on their relevance and usability. 1.3 Critically examine relevant decision making tools that can be applied to business problems and comment on their relevance and usability.
2. Be able to understand and apply different research methods that can provide realistic and applicable outcomes.	2.1 Critically apply the principles and practices of quantitative and qualitative research on a practical level. 2.2 Define research and development questions and prioritise them in relation to contemporary managerial and business needs.
3. Develop and present persuasive reports on business issues making use of research evidence.	3.1 Make use of research evidence, big data, data analytics and pattern recognition to support business propositions and recommendations. 3.2 Critically identify the requirements of an effective report and the factors that make it compelling for senior and strategic management. 3.3 Produce effective reports that articulate business problems, point to relevant research evidence and provide recommendations.