Research Design Proposal: Impact of Motivation on Banking Employees

This research design proposal outlines a comprehensive study on the impact of motivation on employee performance within the banking sector. The proposal begins with an introduction, followed by a discussion of the research philosophy, which adopts a positivism approach. The research employs a descriptive research design using an inductive research approach. The methodology includes qualitative data collection methods, utilizing questionnaires as the primary data collection tool and secondary data from journals and literature reviews. The sampling strategy employs probability sampling. Data analysis will be performed using qualitative methods, specifically thematic analysis, to explore the impact of motivation on employee performance. The proposal also addresses the validity, reliability, and ethical considerations of the research, including limitations and a Gantt chart for project management. The conclusion summarizes the key aspects of the research design, and references are provided for the sources used.

TABLE OF CONTENTS
Research Design proposal ...............................................................................................................3
Introduction..................................................................................................................................3
Research philosophy....................................................................................................................3
Research approach.......................................................................................................................4
Research design ..........................................................................................................................4
Research method .........................................................................................................................5
Data collection method ...............................................................................................................6
Sampling .....................................................................................................................................6
Data analysis ...............................................................................................................................7
Validity and reliability ................................................................................................................8
Ethical considerations..................................................................................................................9
Research limitations ....................................................................................................................9
Gantt chart .................................................................................................................................10
Conclusion ....................................................................................................................................11
REFERENCES..............................................................................................................................12

RESEARCH DESIGN PROPOSAL
Introduction
Next in the series is the research methodology chapter. Research design methodology
prepare in the way to find out the solution of to specific issue under investigation is being
processed with greater effectiveness. In research methodology various tools and techniques to be
applied for effective planning, method designing, implementing and analyzing the research
investigation topic in order to get effective evidence and solution to a particular topic. In the
proposed study on impact of motivation on employee performance the decision with respect to
method all the steps are being carried out in an effective manner (Kumar and Phrommathed,
2005). The method which will be utilized are discussed in this section. Moreover the reasons
beside use of selected tool have also been stated in the particular chapter. The researcher make
use of various tools in order to collect and make analysis of the employees with respect to
motivation.
Research philosophy
It is the believes, norms and attitude towards a particular research topic which helps in
enhancing the knowledge regarding to the nature of type of research. Researcher philosophy is
that to investigate background of research in the way to carried out several things in mind like
personal beliefs, perception and other things those are exist in real aspects manner. There are two
types of research philosophy are present which are positive and interpretative. The philosophy of
positivism states that positive knowledge regarding to research topic phenomena, properties and
relations. Research information normally derived from sensory experience and interpreted
through reason, logic which is acceptable across the globe and other from other aspects. Under
this type crate a hypothesis which can be tested. On the other hand Interpretivism philosophy
provides suitable justification regarding to the research issue(Peffers and et.al., 2007). With such
philosophy of research scholar reflects the facts as well as figures those are associated with under
investigation issue. Interpretive research focuses on the meaningful participation by the selected
person under culture as well as social life.
In the proposed investigation on impact of motivation on performance of banking
employees positivism philosophy would be utilized. By this type of research we can foramt own
views and opinion regarding to the evaluation of social world. Through this we can gathered data

from the selected sample. We can evaluate the facts and figures from the available data so that
positive philosophy is more appropriate for the present investigation data.
Research approach
The research approach includes all the steps are systematically designed in order to
carried out to get appropriate information regarding to the topic. There are two types of
approach deductive and inductive(Harris and et.al., 2009). At the initial level statements are
derived from the whole investigation on the research topic which provides the conclusion on that
study. The major aim to get conclusion in the form of Yes or No from the questions. The
deduction type research approach procedure are to identify the questions from the investigation
theory for data gathering and identifying the valid and relevant questions are included in the
research and rejection of invalid data. In the inductive type research approach where formulating
the general ideas and theories which are relevant to the topic.
Through the present thesis which assess the determinants and factors of motivation
effects the bank employee performance in this inductive approach is being utilized. Due to this
type of approach investigator is able to creation of empirical generalization. This results in
determining the major association as the research is being conducted. Further it is comprised of
search patterns through observation that results in developing explanation. Through gaining
knowledge regarding the opinions of employees in relation to motivation the research possess the
ability to make determination of the success of the organization (Onwuegbuzie and Leech,
2005). Moreover with this problem with respect to employee motivation is being assessed with
greater effectiveness. Through observation of the issues as well as importance of motivation in
enhancing performance broader generalization is being drawn.
Research design
Research design plays an significant role in the whole investigation which helps in to
provide better outcomes. It considered as research strategy which is utilized as integrating all the
various components of research in logical way to get data in quantitative form which helps in to
provide better conclusion analysis. It also helps in to identify issues effectively and find out
proper solution (Mackenzie and Knipe, 2006). Research design is the planning and blue print of
all the activities in order to gather data, analyzing as well as measuring the available information.
There are various type of research design methods like Exploratory, Descriptive, Analytical and

Futuristic. The explanatory research design is most suitable and widely used method which
shows cause and effect relationship. Such design has objective towards making investigation of
variables that results in causing such behavior. Exploratory research design explore the hidden
things in an investigation which helps in making hypothesis through the well examine of set of
data. Descriptive research design defines the characteristics and facts of the available
information there are questions and answers in the form of who, where, how, what and when
which are attached with particular issue in the research. This is regarded as the statistical
investigation. Such design of investigation is accurate to a greater extent.
In the present thesis on banking employee motivation descriptive research design is being
used. This used for the purpose of describing the features of the population or phenomenon
which have been studied (Baskerville and Wood-Harper, 2016). Therefore such is best suitable
in order to make assessment of the impact of motivation on the performance of banking
employees. Descriptive research possess less need in order to attain the internal validity.
Research method
It plays significant role in investigation where all the information are gathered carried out
through various steps which gives effective results. In research we can apply qualitative and
quantitative methods. Qualitative research is applicable where in depth study on the investigation
subject matter. It provides relevant answers to a questions after the analysis of the research study.
The outcome of this research is descriptive in nature(Noor, 2008). In contrast to this quantitative
research is a statistical and mathematical tool to measure the counting results. This type of
research to be used in Survey for collecting primary data by the respondents. The present thesis
based on the impact of motivation on banking employee performance at workplace where
qualitative tool is being used to measure the changes.
Data collection method
Data collection method is referred to as the significant part in each research. Such
demonstrates that suitable tool is being utilized by the investigator so as to collect the
information in order to achieve aim and objective of the investigation topic. There are two types
of methods are present which are used for the purpose of collection of data in order to get
effective conclusion. Data may be of two types primary and secondary(Rolfe, 2006). In the
proposed investigation on impact of motivation on the performance of the banking employees

primary as well as secondary methods are being used for the sake of collecting the information.
Primary method involves gathering of the data for the first time. With this new data is collected
by the investigator on own when conducting the research. The data are gathered by the
investigator of research with greater efficiency. Primary data collection methods are
questionnaire, interviews, focus groups, interviews and surveys. Such act as an aid in attaining
detained opinions of the respondents. In the proposed investigation exploration of the concept of
employee motivation is being done. For the purpose of gathering data by means of primary tool
questionnaire is mailed to senior manager after receiving by respondents Barclays. Primary data
collection method are effective tool to reduce the geographical barrier which helps the
respondents in filling questionnaire from anywhere.
Another tool that assist in collection of data is secondary data collection method. In this
method data already collected by someone else it used for further study and investigation
purpose. Data are collected from various sources like journals, newspaper and literature review.
It is considered as the second hand tool (Odom and et.al., 2005). The present thesis is on impact
of motivation on performance of banking employees makes utilization of the information gained
through secondary sources. In this we can use publish articles and books of researcher for further
study. Secondary data can also be collected from online, blogs, censuses as well as government
reports etc.
Sampling
Sampling is the selection of samples from the available data in order to describes
approximate characteristics of all over population. The smaller selection can be defined as the
sample. In the present thesis on employee motivation the technique of sampling the is being
utilized is referred to as probability. When conducting the research investors faces difficulty in
selection of data from whole population. There are various sample selection techniques which
helps in for sample selection (Johnson, Onwuegbuzie and Turner, 2007). This tool of sampling
of population is suitable for the investigation. This is due to the reason that it offers similar
opportunity to all the senior managers who are carrying out performance within the firm. This is
because personnel are the part of the research. In probability sampling method all have equal
opportunity to get selection in the sample for investigation purpose. Another important tool is to
identify the sample size which shows the approximate result of whole population. It is defined as

how much units are part of research. Which identifies the number of respondents is being used in
data collection for conducting the research. In this thesis of project 10 respondents are to select
to analyze the impact of motivation on the bank employees performance this is comprised by the
senior manager of the company.
Data analysis
After the collection of the data next step to analysis and evaluating the gathered data .
Data analysis is the process where all the gathered data are evaluated by the analytical tools like
logical and statistical tools in a systematic way. This is being carried out for the sake of
describing, condensing, illustration and evaluation of the data. In this investigator follows step by
step method for inspection, transformation and rejection of data to reach at valid outcome.
Analyzing the information may be qualitative and quantitative (Wang and Hannafin, 2005).
Which shows the type of research.
In the present thesis on impact of motivation on banking employee performance
qualitative tool would be utilized in order carry out analysis of the information. The major reason
towards qualitative analysis is towards gaining better understanding with respect to motivation
and its impact on the employees performance within banks. Moreover by means of analysis
deeper knowledge can be attained with respect to enhancement of the motivation among the
employees. The major aim of the present investigation is towards assessing the impact of
employee motivation on business performance. Through the help of qualitative research analysis
can get effective result with respect to employee motivation which provides in depth description
of positive and negative impact. In this thesis qualitative tool is being used as thematic tool
which determines theme for the information are being regulated. Such act as an aid in providing
important description with respect to phenomenon under research. In contrast to this quantitative
tool is one that is effective tool in analysis of the data. The objective of such is towards
quantifying the information. Such is being conducted out for the purpose of generalizing the
result to the interest of the population. Quantitative tool makes utilization of SPSS as well as
Excel.
Validity and reliability
Validity and reliability of information are the most important tool associated with
research project through which research can easily ensure that all applied techniques are

effective to extract valid outcome from collected information. At this juncture, validity and
reliability are ensured in collection as well as application of suitable techniques. Here, validity
reflects that results of present study are consistent with the existing studies as it rely upon the
same output. At this juncture, internal validity is assessed with the help of test used for gathering
information and analyzing the same. On the other hand, external validity shed light upon
generalization of research outcome for the purpose of resolution of problem which is being faced
by the business. It shows that in the current report research validity has been maintained with
selection of most suitable methodology or tools in the light of research aim and objectives.
Furthermore, validity can be ensured through primary and secondary data collection tools which
facilitate to collect appropriate amount of information. At this juncture, questionnaire method has
been applied for approaching primary respondents and assess their views related to selected
research investigation. In addition to this, analysis of information is generally done with the help
of appropriate tools such as thematic analysis under which results are presented so that
accordingly research aim and objectives can be accomplished in relatively less time. Apart from
this, reliability is another important aspect which is also considered in the current report. It
represent the degree of consistency and stability of outcome. Hence, for the current research on
motivation both reliability and validity have been maintained for collecting large amount of
information to reach at the end results. However, no any information has been manipulated and
results are reflected in a very genuine manner.
Ethical considerations
It has been regarded as the significant aspects those are under consideration in to account
by the investigator under research. By the use of ethical norms research may be appropriate in
order to achieve statistical result. In the proposed research on impact of motivation on employee
performance the ethical norms that are complied with are as below:
Prior approval: The respondents of the research should not compulsory to participate in the
investigation program. As per the voluntary participation norms respondents must not be
forced to take part in the research program. In this regard the research is required to take
permission in prior. None of the participant is involved with force in the investigation.
The major aim of the research is to explained as

Confidentiality: Investigator should responsible for would not share of respondents gathered
data to anyone because they have no interest to take part in the research. By the use of
following principles it make sure that respondents are anonymous in whole research.
Restricted access: For the proposed investigation on impact on motivation on performance of
employees make use of secondary data should be collected from various sources on
particular topic which are conducted in past by someone else. These secondary research
are available on various sites. But certain sites are restricted so that permission should be
taken to use certain site for further investigation.
Suitable citation of work: In this thesis study it includes that all the research work done by
the different authors are included into account. Ethical way of doing research citations are
to be mentioned in the research in to the thesis in appropriate manner. None of matter is
being pasted and copied in the similar manner. Instead rephrasing of the content is be
carried out and written in own words by the scholars.
Research limitations
The process of research is consists with full of challenges and certain problems are being
faced by the researcher. The major limitation in the present thesis on impact of motivation on
performance of banking employees are stated as below:
Prolonged procedure: Long procedure to be followed to accomplish the whole research. This is
time consuming activity that relates to collection of information by the books and journals. In the
present study there are limited time period and therefore researcher has less feasibility to
covering all the aspects related to the investigation.
Inadequacy of the secondary data: Secondary data to be used in present research for better
understanding and developing investigation knowledge in order to carry out present
investigation. The limitation in secondary data collection is to not cover all the data which
already investigated in the present research because access on several sites are restricted we
should not copy the investigated data for furthermore investigation where are require license to
access the sites so that all the contents are not possible to include in the research.
Gantt chart

Activity/Week 1 2 3 4 5 6 7 8 9 10 11 12 13 14 15 16
Drafting of research proposal
Defining aims and objectives
of research
Carrying out literature review
Research methodology
Primary data collection
Analysis of data and
interpretation
Conclusion
Recommendations
Submission to tutor
Changes Based On responses
Final Submission
CONCLUSION
From the above carried out research, it can be concluded that the section of research
methodology or research design proposal is very important. Furthermore, the section lays
emphasis on identification of specific problem and seeking for specific solution regarding the
same. For the purpose of carrying out research on topic on impact of motivation on performance
of banking employees, positivism philosophy will be used. It can be also concluded that

inductive approach and descriptive research design is more suitable for accomplishing aim
objective of the present research.