Question 1: Define primary data. In brief describe the various interview methods by which primary data may be collected. What are the limitations of interview as a method of data collection? What possible errors do you think a researcher can commit while utilizing interview method? Discuss the precautions which need to be taken by the researcher while applying interview method.
Question 2: Describe the advantages of sampling in research. Explain the sampling design process. What are the most common techniques of sampling in Management research? Discuss the relative benefits of each method.
Question 3: Differentiate between parametric and non-parametric statistical tests. Enumerate the most generally used non parametric tests. Explain the contexts in which each of the non parametric tests might be used. Describe your answer with illustrations from any recent research.
Question 4:
a) Explain the general procedure of hypotheses testing. What safeguards must be in place while testing hypotheses and interpreting outcomes?
b) Differentiate between univariate and multivariate methods for analyzing statistical data. Briefly explain the most generally used multivariate methods in Management research.