Research Proposal: Globalisation's Influence on Business Success - M&S

This research proposal investigates the influence of globalisation on business success, using Marks and Spencer as a case study. The proposal begins by outlining the research question, objectives, and the rationale for selecting this topic, emphasizing the importance of understanding globalisation's impact on business strategy and skills development. It then explores relevant literature, defining globalisation and examining its benefits for businesses, such as increased trade and access to resources, while also acknowledging the challenges, including cultural effects, specialization of labor, inequality, and trade barriers. The proposal details the activities to be carried out, including literature review, data collection, and analysis, along with a timeline and the use of a Gantt chart for project management. The research approach and methodologies are described, including the use of primary and secondary data collection methods, a deductive research approach, a pragmatist research philosophy, and quantitative data analysis. The proposal highlights the importance of research approach, strategy, and the time horizon for the project's completion. The research aims to provide valuable insights into the effects of globalisation on business performance and strategic decision-making for companies like Marks and Spencer.

Research Proposal Form
Student Name: ______________________ Student ID:
____________
Centre Name: _____________________
Tutor: ________________ Date:
___________________
Unit: ____________________
Proposed Title: ______________________________________________
Section One: Title, objective,
responsibilities
Title or working title of the
research project (in the form of a
question, objective or hypothesis)
“To identify the importance of globalisation and
its influence on the making business successful. A
study on Marks and Spencer.”
Research questions
 What are the benefits of globalisation for
Marks and Spencer?
Research objectives (e.g what is the
question you want to answer? What
do you want to learn how to do?
What do you want to find out?):
 To determine the concept of globalisation..
 To determine the challenges that can be
faced by Marks and Spencer at the time of
operating business globally.
Section Two: Reasons for choosing
this research project
Reasons for choosing the project
(e.g links to other subjects you are
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studying, personal interest, future
plans, knowledge/skills you want to
improve, why the topic is
important):
Reason behind selecting this project is
to enhance skills and knowledge about
the concept of globalisation and its
impact on the overall success of the
business. Apart from this, another
reason of choosing this research is to
increase researcher skills in
globalisation so that they can easily
deal with issue and obstacles arise
while undertaking the project. One of
the most important and basic reason to
select present research is that, it will
effectively benefit researcher to
brainstorm their ideas in a present
topic and gain more career
opportunities while on the other hand,
by choosing this research topic
researcher can further work in an
organisation on a specific related job
post.
Section Three: Literature sources
searched
Use of key literature sources to
support your research question,
objective or hypothesis:
Concept of globalisation
Globalisation is not a new concept, because with
the change in course of time it has provided
company with large number of benefits. In order
to know about the concept of globalisation it has
provided different organisation with a platform
where firms can integrate, communicate with
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various companies and improve economy and
society as well. Therefore, through globalisation
exchange of ideas, technologies, resources, raw
materials etc., becomes more easier. In context
with business, globalisation consist of three
channels first and foremost is trading of products
and services, movement of capital and last is flow
of finance.
Benefits of globalisation for Marks and
Spencer
globalisation is a process of interface and
integration of business in expanding their
productivity internationally or across the globe
which enhance the economies of scale. It has pros
and cons which influence the productivity of firm
as well as the economy. One of the main element
is free flow of goods and services between
countries due to less trade barriers. It serve as the
exchange of ideas and values from one culture to
other by adopting current trends and satisfying the
demands of customers. Globalisation is not
inevitable or unavoidable as it is depend upon the
economy of country so it has direct impact on
growth of company.
 Benefits World Economies:
 Flexibility:
 Opportunity:
 Lowered cost of goods & services
Challenges that can be faced by Marks and
Spencer at the time of operating business
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globally
Globalisation enhance and develops the
company's growth which influence in achieving
company's objectives and increases the
productivity. At the same time it has some
drawbacks which effect firm directly or indirectly.
Its not only effect economy in aspect of political,
cultural and legally but also environmentally.. Its
a complex issue when some favour to particular
terms whereas other argue on that same matter.
 Cultural Effect
 Specialization of labour
 Inequality
 Tariff & Export Fees
https://www.bizjournals.com/bizjournals/how-
to/growth strategies/2015/02/considerations-
for-taking-your-business-global.html
Above mentioned is a link provided which is
based on the globalisation concept and are
written and evaluated by Brian Abner. It will
provide certain evidences in a manner with the
help of which large companies like Marks and
Spencer can effectively expand their business
across the world. In this there are mainly four
factors that includes, business cases, cultural,
foreign government, legal and ethical barriers
etc. Henceforth, it will benefit researcher to
collect most appropriate data and information
in order to effectively understand concept of
globalisation.
Section Four: Activities and
timescales
Activities to be carried out during the research project
(e.g research, development and analysis of ideas,
writing, data collection, numerical analysis, tutor
meetings, production of final outcome, evaluation,
How long
this will
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writing the report):
In order to accomplish a research in best effective manner it
is required to properly follow certain activities. This will
benefit in completing research in appropriate and
synchronise way. Mentioned below there are some activities
which is required to conduct a research:
Introduction: The first and foremost responsibility of a
researcher is to give proper information about, scope,
significance and background of conducting a research.
Aims and objectives: After the proper understanding of introduction, step of
setting most appropriate aim and objectives is done. This factor plays a key
essential role as overall research is conducted on this.
Literature review: This factor consist information related to introduction of
selected aim. Process of literature review is done in order to give information
to readers as per the author basis.
Research methodology: It is procedure appropriate information that are
related to various techniques like, data analysis, data approach are being
discussed. This will effectively able to aid and find a most suitable tool in
order to conduct a research.
Collection of data: In this factor, data and information is required to be
collected from various set of respondents as to provide appropriate
recommendations and interpretations.
Analysis of data: Effective allocation of required data is gathered from
primary and secondary mode as to conduct proper interpretation.
Conclusion and recommendation: After the effective evaluation of data is
completed, recommendations and conclusion are required to be present
before company in a responsive way as this will benefit them to overcome
problems that are being faced by organisation in their operations.
Time scale is an effective procedure with the help of which a researcher can
easily able to determine overall required time which is required as to
complete a research. There are certain set of activities which is required as to
accomplish aims and objectives and complete a undertaken research in a
proper set of time frame which is divided below in a proper way in a
different time slot.
take:
12 days
15 days
20 days
25 days
28 days
32 days
3 days
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Milestone one: _________________
Target date (set by tutor):
____________________
Milestone two: _______________________
Target date (set by tutor):
______________________
Gantt Chart
Gantt chart is represent in graphical
form which shows the begin and
completion of project activities along
with dates. With the use of this bar
chart investigator can easily execute
research activities in allotted time
frame. Mainly, it includes small
activities of research which aid in
improving the chances of attaining
positive outcomes. With the use of
Gantt Chart, researcher can easily plan
and schedule whole project task which
may contribute in reducing the chances
of arising any kind of risk and
uncertainty.
Section Five: Research approach
and methodologies
What type of research approach
and methodologies are you likely to
use and why? What your areas of
research will cover:
It is one of the important section of research
which help researcher to gather information on the
basis of research topic. Mainly, it is a process of
gathering as well as measuring data which help in
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attaining positive results in the study. It includes
two type of data collection such as primary and
secondary method. Both are effective to collect
accurate information towards the research. For
carry out this research, investigator use both
primary and secondary methods. In this researcher
use primary method to develop questionnaire. On
the other side secondary method help in making
literature review which help in gathering relevant
and valid information.
This section is also play a vital role in research
methodology which is highly based in the
assumption towards the data collection. Mainly, it
provide direction to investigator to effectively
analysis and gather relevant data. It includes two
type of approaches such as inductive and
deductive. Both are appropriate provide support to
investigator in taking decision within the study.
In this present research, Quantitative data method
is used conduction of this research is done in
reliable and ethical manner as resources that has
been used in this research are correct and
appropriate.
Research Approach: It is mainly a method with
the help of which research is conducted in a way
so to get positive outcomes. Basically there are
two different types of research approach that
includes, inductive and deductive. In relation with
present research deductive research approach is
being used in order to get relevant and overall
information about research topic.
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Research Philosophy: It includes a tendency
within which a research is performed. In context
with present research, topic of globalisation has
been discussed, hence pragmatist research
philosophy will effectively benefit in increasing
knowledge about it.
Research Strategy: It is a strategy used by a
researcher in order to effectively achieve aims and
objectives of research. With the formation of
strategy researcher can easily able to accomplish
research in reliable manner.
Time Horizon: It is one of the most important
elements which are required by a researcher as to
conduct their research. In a research there are
various types of activities that include, data
analyse, interpretation, literature review and
research methodology. This will aid researcher to
effectively get proper conclusion for related topic.
Time scale benefits researcher to segregate
research activities within a proper slotted time.
Data collection methods: There are two way to
gather data that include, primary and secondary.
In primary data collection method research
acquire data from numerous consumers,
employees. While on the other hand, in secondary
form of data collection researcher gather data
form books, journals, online sources etc.
Sampling: In this method respondents are
selected as to gather data on a particular relevant
topic. Mainly sampling includes two methods
such as, random and non-random. In present
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research random method of sampling is used with
the help of this there is an equal possibility for
individual to get selected.
Comments and agreement from
tutor
Comments (optional):
I confirm that the project is not
work which has been or will be
submitted for another qualification
and is appropriate.
Agreed: ________________
(name)_______________ Date
______________
Comments and agreement form
project proposal checker( IV
sampling)
Comments (Optional):
I confirm that the project is
appropriate.
Agreed /Disagree:
(Name of the IV)
Date
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Research Ethics approval form
All students conducting research activity that involves human participants
or the use of data collected form human participants are required to gain
ethical approval before commencing their research. Please answer all
relevant questions and note that your form may be returned if incomplete.
For further support and guidance please see your respective Unit Tutor:
Before completing this form, we advise that you discuss your proposed
research fully with your unit tutor. Please complete this form in good time
before your research project is due to commence.
Section 1: Basic details:
Project title:
Globalisation can drive business success.
Student name:
Student ID number:
Programme:
College Name:
Intended research start date:
Intended research end date:
Section 2 Project summary
Please select all research methods that you plan to use as a part of your
project:
 Interviews Yes No
 Questionnaires Yes No
 Observations Yes No
 Use of personal records Yes No
 Data Analysis Yes No
 Action Research Yes No
 Focus Groups Yes No
 Others (Please specify) :
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Section 3: Participants
Please answer the following questions, giving full details where
necessary.
Will your research involve human participants?
Yes
Who are the participants? Tick all that apply:
Ages 12-16: Young people aged: 17-18 Adults:
How will participants be recruited (identified an approached)?
By carry out the interviews participants will be recruited.
Describe the processes you will use to inform participants about what you
are doing:
By using emails, investigator inform participants.
How will you obtain consent from participants? Will this be written? How
will it be made clear to participants that they may withdraw consent to
participate at any time?
By using emails, text messaging obtain consent from participants . Yes .
By sending emails it be made clear to participants that they may
withdraw consent to participate at any time.
Studies involving questionnaires: will participants be given the option of
omitting questions that do not wish to answer?
Yes No
If no please explain why below and ensure that you cover any ethical
issues arising from this
Studies involving observation: Confirm whether participants will be
asked for their informed consent to be observed.
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Yes No
Will you debrief participants at the end of their participation (i.e give
them a brief explanation of the study)?
Yes No
Will participants be given information about the findings of your study?
(This could be a brief summary of your findings in general)
Yes No
Section 4: Data Storage and Security
Confirm that all personal data will be stored and processed in compliance
with the Data Protection Act (1998)
Yes No
Who will have access to the data and personal information?
Company and investigator access to the data and personal information
During the research:
Where will the data be stored?
In hardware, data will be stored.
Will mobile devices such as USB storage and laptops be used
Yes No
If Yes, please provide further details:
After the research:
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Where will the data be stored?
In hardware, data will be stored.
How long will the data and records be kept for and in what format?
data and records be kept for approx 1 year in word document format
Will data be kept for use by other researchers? Yes No
Section 5 : Ethical Issues
Are there any particular features of your proposed work, which may raise
ethical concerns? If so, please outline how you will deal with these:
It is important that you demonstrate your awareness of potential risks
that may arise because of your research. Please consider/address all
issues that may apply. Ethical concerns may include, but are not limited
to the following :
 Informed consent.
 Potentially vulnerable participants.
 Sensitive topics
 Risk to participants and /or researchers
 Confidentiality/anonymity
 Disclosures/ limits to confidentiality
 Data storage and security, both during and after the research
(including transfer, sharing, encryption, protection).
 Reporting
 Dissemination and use of your findings.
Section 6: Declaration
I have read, understood and will abide by the institution’s
Research and Ethics Policy: Yes No
I have discussed the ethical issues relating to my research with my
Unit Tutor:
Yes No
I confirm that to the best of my knowledge:
The above information is correct, and this is a full description of
the ethical issues that may arise in the course of my research
Name: Date:
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Please submit your completed form to your supervisor and also
attach to the Research Proposal when submitting to Turnitin.
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