Business Research: Reflective Journal

Running head: BUSINESS RESEARCH: REFLECTIVE JOURNAL
Business Research: Reflective Journal
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Introduction:
The entire experience of putting together assignments one and two proved to be a great
learning experience for me. The topic chosen was extremely interesting and very much insightful
on the issues of gender wage gaps which are prevalent in the society. The learning experiences
are very helpful and make a person more knowledgeable and capable of taking decisions on
one’s own. Learning experiences are value based and they help in shaping the character of an
individual.
Week 1:
In the first week the topic was selected. This helps in the overall understanding of the
situation pertaining to the topic.
By studying the situations in different offices, I came to realise the actual scenarios hands
down which gave a certain authenticity and value to the nature of my research. It also made sure
that the work could be completed by me with a proper understanding of whatever I had done and
why I had chosen a particular research type. Learning experiences are best in case they help in
shaping the proper thought process of a specific individual.
Week 2:
The project scope was discussed and understood with respect to the procedure. The topic
and the method of study was so innovative and engaging that it did not require much effort on
my part to remain engaged in any specific situation. There are also situations where problems
crop up in the course of gathering information or in understanding a particular topic which was
not faced in this project at all.

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Week 3:
The product objectives were discussed and understood. The learning experience on
working on a topic of business research was something which I can cherish for my entire life.
This is because the project was step wise and this helped me understand the different
perspectives to the situations and also the circumstances of work which led to the huge gender
wage pay gap in the context of the work environment in Australia.
Week 4:
The literature review of the entire topic was collected and the different books, journals
and articles were studied for the purpose of the research. The clear understanding on the topic of
gender wage gap became very clear to me. The research results revealed that there is a
significant percentage of gender wage gap in the Australian society. It has been seen according to
survey and employment statistics that there has been a significant percentage increase of the
gender wage gap from a lower percentage of 14.9% to 18.5%. In the higher or managerial levels
of employment, the total gender pay gap is of a huge percentage which needs to be looked into.
Week 5:
The research questions were formulated and the basis for the research objectives was to
be understood. The learning program helped me understand the impact of the gender wage gap
on the performance in the businesses of the companies. I also wanted to make certain career
choices for myself which would prove to be a perfect choice of career for everyone.