Globalization's Impact on Business: A Level 5 Research Project Report

This research project, undertaken at Level 5, investigates the multifaceted impact of globalization on businesses. The assignment requires students to conduct in-depth research, analyze data, and present findings in a structured report format, including a research proposal, literature review, methodology, data analysis, and research outcomes with a PowerPoint presentation. The project explores various aspects of globalization, such as the benefits and drawbacks of a global business environment, strategies for entering emerging markets, and the challenges faced by multinational companies. Students are expected to select a research topic related to the theme of globalization, choose an organization for their research, and apply both qualitative and quantitative research methods. The report also includes a reflection on the research process, highlighting challenges, lessons learned, and potential alternative methodologies. The assignment emphasizes the importance of comprehensive referencing using the Harvard system and adherence to ethical guidelines.

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Submission Format:
Guidelines:
 Use a standard report structure, Word-process the report and use Normal script of a proper font size 12.
 Produce an academic report, addressing all the tasks with an approx. word limit of 4000, with +/- 10%
margin followed by a presentation to cover LO3.
 Complete the title page and sign the statement of authenticity (format attached). This sheet should be
attached in the front of your assignment.
 It should be uploaded on to Turnitin in the submission period as assigned.
 Assignments submitted after the deadline will not be accepted unless a mitigating circumstance is provided.
Assignments submitted after the submission date may not be eligible for support towards feedbacks.
 Resubmission is capped to a pass. Learners are allowed to resubmit only once and if fails to pass at the time
of resubmission, would be advised to retake the unit.
 Collusion and Plagiarism must be avoided.
 Start each answer on a new page and pages should be numbered. Highlight each question clearly.
 All work should be comprehensively referenced and all sources must be fully acknowledged, such as books
and journals, websites (include the date of visit), etc.
 Include a References/Bibliography at the end of the assignment. Use the Harvard referencing system.
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Unit Learning Outcomes:
 LO1 Examine appropriate research methodologies and approaches as part of the research process.
 LO2 Conduct and analyse research relevant for a business research project.
 LO3 Communicate the outcomes of a research project to identified stakeholders.
 LO4 Reflect on the application of research methodologies and concepts.
t Brief and Guidance:
The Pearson-set theme for use with Level 5 Unit 11 Research Project is
“Globalization “
Unit Plan:
This unit is assessed by the research project conducted by the learner on the theme
of “Globalization”. The aim of this unit is to offer students the opportunity to engage
in sustained research in a specific field of study. The unit enables students to
demonstrate the capacity and ability to develop a research topic, research aims,
objectives and outcomes, and to present the outcomes of such research in both
written and verbal formats. The unit also encourages students to reflect on their
engagement in the research process, during which recommendations for future and
personal development are key learning points.

Students will choose their own organisation/s as a context to carry out the research
on the topic selected. The project must be related to their specialist pathway of
study (unless the student is studying the general business pathway). This will
enable students to explore and examine a relevant and current topical aspect of
business in the context of the business environment and their chosen specialist
pathway.
Assignment Scenario:
The OECD defines globalisation as the following. ‘’The geographic dispersion of
industrial and service activities, for example research development, sourcing of
factor inputs, production and distribution, and the cross –border networking of
companies, for example through joint ventures and the sharing of assets.’’
The key implications of globalisation for business include:
 the increasing trade across borders of goods and services,
 increasing levels of labour migration between countries,
 the emergence of global brands,
 greater outsourcing and offshoring of production,
 expansion of foreign direct investment.
Globalisation has led to increasing competition and an economic and financial shift
from developing to emerging economies. It promotes a sense of cultural awareness,
international co-operation and global economic inter-dependency. Those multi-
national companies that are successful have had to devise and customise new
strategies for doing business in emerging markets and implement new business
models to stay ahead of the competition.
1. Choosing a research topic:
Strong research projects are those with clear, well focused and defined objectives.
A central skill in selecting a research objective is the ability to select a suitable and
focused research objective. One of the best ways to do this is to put it in the form
of a question. Students should discuss a variety of topics related to the theme and
generate ideas for a good research objective.
Students may choose a research topic from the list below. An alternative topic
that relates to the overall theme (Globalisation) may be selected but this must be
approved by the tutor:
• The benefits and drawbacks of a global business environment

• How globalisation can drive business success
• The benefits and the risks of offshoring and outsourcing
• The interrelationship between global business and global politics and the
challenges that can create
• The different strategies employed by businesses to enter emerging markets
• Competing with multinational companies and survival strategies for local
companies in emerging markets
• The impact of globalisation on the corporate structures of large multinational
companies and the major challenges they face.
Students should get the tutor’s approval for any topic chosen for the
research under the theme of Globalization.
2. Students are to choose their own organisation to carry out the research activities.
Students should chose a topic related to the theme and from there to generate
ideas for a good research objectives. This will form the basis of their project and
must be related to their specific pathway, unless the student is on the general
business pathway.
3. This unit is completed over two terms. In the first term of teaching,
students are required to complete a Research Proposal in the prescribed
form. This is covered under PART 1 below. In the second term of
teaching, students are required to complete the research as planned in
the research proposal and produce a Research Report and present to
intended audience. This is covered under Part 2 below.
PART 1 Proposal – To be completed in Term 5.
1. Produce Research Proposal as specified which includes:
a) Research proposal form - included in an Appendix
b) Research ethics form - in an Appendix
The Research Proposal should include Research Topic, Aims & Objectives, Research Question(s) or
Research Hypothesis, Rational of the Research, Review of Literature, Research Time plan and Research
Approach and Methodology.

PART 2 Report - To be completed in Term 6.
2. Conduct and analyse research on the topic selected and communicate the research findings in the report
format with approx. 5,000 words: (Covers LO2, 3 and 4)
The report should include the following topics:
a) Introduction- Following an introduction, you should clearly write the research
topic, research aims & objectives, rationale for your research and research questions
reflecting your pathway.
b) Literature review - Please name the sources of information and provide an
explanation of how those sources of information will help you to write your research –
include a consideration of your pathway ideas.
c) Research methodology-Include a discussion of research philosophy,
approaches, evaluation of quantitative and qualitative methods used, use of primary
and secondary sources, sampling methods and the questionnaires used for the survey.
Add timeline using a suitably formatted GANTT chart.
d) Data analysis and interpretations- analyse your questionnaire data using
excel spreadsheet.
A copy of your Questionnaire must be embedded in the body of the assignment
- including data sheet you have created from your questionnaire.
e) Research Outcomes-Report a summary of research findings to
Stakeholders of the organization you are researching. Your report should include
PowerPoint presentation (6-8 slides). Research outcomes generally include research
findings, conclusions and recommendation for the organization if any.
f) Reflection & recommendation for alternative research methodology-
Write a reflection which explains your experience in doing the research - such as any
difficulties you experienced including lessons learned - and also a brief
consideration of what you could have done differently- including an explanation of
whether alternative methodology would have been more appropriate for your
research.
g) Conclusion as a summary of your entire assignment.
Note that your research must provide in-text citation in the body of your research
and the list of References as per the Harvard Referencing System.
Appendix:
Note that you must attach:
 Research proposal must also be attached as an appendix
 Hard copies of research Ethical forms can be signed and submitted to cohort
leaders.
The research report should be submitted in the 2nd Term. Please note that the first 3
topics in the report includes the research proposal. But, the learner can improve or add
to this on making the final report submission, as long as this does not deviate from the

overall approval.
Guidance for Students You should read this information before starting to define
and work through your research brief. You should refer to these instructions as you
complete work for this unit.
 Consider the development of a methodical and valid research proposal as the
foundation for the project.
 Choose a topic relevant to the prescribed theme and related to your pathways.
 Stick to the topic as specified on your Proposal form
 The topic chosen should allow a sufficient and suitable degree of research through
the existence of adequate background materials as questionnaires, data collection
sheet, excel workouts etc.
 A good project proposal title should meet the following criteria: The proposal is
one that has an existing body of literature or source material that can be
reviewed. The proposal extends a current line of learning that will lend itself to
further rigorous exploration.
 Decide on appropriate research methods and select an appropriate sample size.
 Ensure that the proposal is ethical, reliable and valid. An ethics form must be
submitted prior to commencement of research as part of the research proposal.
 Agree the research proposal with your tutor before beginning the research
project.
 Define your research problem or question, this can be stated as a research
question, through objectives or as a hypothesis.
 Provide a literature review giving the background and conceptualisation of the
proposed area of study. This would provide existing knowledge and the gaps which
could be fulfilled by the proposed research.
 Consider and define research methodology and research process. Demonstrate
understanding of the pitfalls and limitations of the methods chosen and ethical
issues that might arise.
 Keep track of findings as you work.
 Carry out the research, analyse research findings in relation to your original
question and draw conclusions. Apply both qualitative and quantitative research
methods to evaluate data collected from primary research.
 Reflect on the success of the Report and evaluate the problems /issues
encountered.
 Ensure you reference your work and follow the Harvard referencing system.

 At the end, include the references in an alphabetically sorted list, to the Harvard
style.
Ensure to see that all the LO and AC as specified below are addressed in the Proposal
and Report. This is a 30-credit unit and is taught over two terms. But the unit is
graded after submission of the final Research Project in the 2nd term. Please note
the report is incomplete unless the proposal is approved before the report is
submitted.

Learning Outcomes and Assessment Criteria
Pass Merit Distinction
LO1 Examine appropriate research methodologies
and approaches as part of the research process
LO1 & 2
D1 Critically evaluate
research
methodologies
and processes in
application to a
business
research project to
justify
chosen research
methods and analysis.
P1 Produce a research proposal
that clearly defines a research
question or hypothesis supported
by a literature review.
P2 Examine appropriate research
methods and approaches to
primary
and secondary research.
M1 Evaluate different
research approaches
and methodology and
make justifications for
the choice of methods
selected based on
philosophical/
theoretical frameworks.
LO2 Conduct and analyse research relevant for a
business research project
P3 Conduct primary and
secondary research using
appropriate methods for a
business research project that
consider costs, access and ethical
issues.
P4 Apply appropriate analytical
tools, analyse research findings
and data.
M2 Discuss merits,
limitations and pitfalls
of
approaches to data
collection and analysis.
LO3 Communicate the outcomes of a research project
to identified stakeholders
D2 Communicate
critical
analysis of the
outcomes and make
valid, justified
recommendations.
P5 Communicate research
outcomes in an appropriate
manner for the intended
audience.
M3 Coherently and
logically communicate
outcomes to the
intended
audience demonstrating
how outcomes meet set
research objectives.
LO4 Reflect on the application of research
methodologies and concepts
D3 Demonstrate
reflection
and engagement in
the
resource process
leading
to recommended
actions
for future improvement.
P6 Reflect on the effectiveness of
research methods applied for
meeting objectives of the
business research project.
P7 Consider alternative research
methodologies and lessons learnt
in view of the outcomes.
M4 Provide critical
reflection and insight
that
results in recommended
actions for
improvements
and future research
considerations.
* Please note that grade decisions are provisional. They are only confirmed once internal and external
moderation has taken place and grades decisions have been agreed at the assess

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)
Aim- To study the strategies options available to retail
business for entering into new market: S study on Tesco
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 have consistent analysis of different markets.
To analysis key factors which contributes in success or
failure of Tesco entering an emerging market
To evaluate various challenges faced by multinational
companies to enter into new market.
Research issue
There are many companies which are
unable to work better in emerging market as
companies has to look upon the needs of
consumers, market demand etc. which need lots
of research.

Section Two: Reasons for choosing this research
project
Reasons for choosing the project (e.g links to
other subjects you are studying, personal
interest, future plans, knowledge/skills you want
to improve, why the topic is important):
Rationale
The above topic is chosen due to personal
interest regarding the expansion of the
business into new market. The topic is has
significance as many companies fails due to
diligence regarding the entry and unforeseen
complication into market. This will help in
developing the presentation skills and
knowledge regarding the different strategy used
by business for working into new country. As
this is very interesting area for researcher
because scholar has studied the same subject
and has worked in the international company.
Hence conducting research on the same topic is
interesting area for researcher which would be
better for their career as well.
Section Three: Literature sources searched
Use of key literature sources to support your
research question, objective or hypothesis:
According to Ruhl and Willis, (2017) the most of
employed theoretical perspectives to enter into new
market depends on the transaction cost theory and
institutional theory. On the other hand the Lindsay,
Rod and Ashill, (2017)argued that there is necessity
for the framework of combining factors other than the
theory itself. The author also stated that along with
transaction cost theory and institutional theory, there
are involvement of two more theory that is resource
based view and Dunning's electric framework.
According to De Villa, Rajwani and Lawton,(2015)
infrastructure is essential in execution of business
model. On the other hand the argued that the
infrastructure are absent or underdeveloped at time of
entering into new market. The author also added that
the companies fails to find the skilled market research

firms for the reliable information about current trends
and preference of customers.
According to Hernández and Nieto, (2015) the
company fails to understand the different
challenges in expansing the business and
entering into new market. Author also
supported the that company fails to identify
market need and cultural nuance differences. On
the other hand the Ahi and et.al., (2017) argued
that having the reliable partners with
relationship with distributors would help in
seeking the market which can tired to be
challenging task for company.
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, writing
the report):
Identification of need
Create aim and objective
Project management plan
Research methodology
Collection of data
Analysis data and interpretation
Recommendation and conclusion
Milestone one: Identification of need.
Target date (set by tutor): _____5 days_______
To have the roper development and analysis of
data along with proper recommendation from
tutor.
Milestone two: Analysis of data and
interpretation
Target date (set by tutor): 10days
Proper tutor meeting can be held which will

have proper evaluation and production of final
outcome.
Gantt Chart
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:
Research methodology.
Qualitative research will be done to achieve the
aims and objection of particular study. interpretivism
research philosophy will be used along with inductive
research approach. In inductive approach the data will
be collected from relevant topics of study. The
research design will be descriptive and data collection
will be done through secondary resources. With the
proper analysing of theories and secondary data
analysis the research will be accomplished. Research

will be done keeping the keys points of ethical
consideration in mind.
Researcher will take assistance of inductive
approach, as involvement of theories would be
suitable for answering research problems based of
strategies that are being employed by companies to
successfully run the operation in new market. Study
would be completely qualitative in nature as no
calculation will be involved to answer any research
question. Furthermore, research is going to select
random sampling tool, this is simple method to involve
the correct samples in the investigation.
Primary data collection method is more suitable
for this study because by using this technique scholar
would be able to get fresh and actual facts related to
effectiveness of different market entry strategies.
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

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:
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) :
Section 3: Participants
Please answer the following questions, giving full details where necessary.
Will your research involve human participants?
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)?

Describe the processes you will use to inform participants about what you are
doing:
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?
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.
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?
During the research:
Where will the data be stored?
Will mobile devices such as USB storage and laptops be used
Yes No
If Yes, please provide further details:
After the research:
Where will the data be stored?
How long will the data and records be kept for and in what 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: