The Importance of Globalization in Business Operations of Tesco

This research proposal examines the significance of globalization in the development of business operations, focusing on Tesco Plc as a case study. The study aims to define the concept of globalization and its role in enhancing business performance, determine its importance for improving Tesco's operational activities, and evaluate the relationship between globalization and Tesco's performance. The research employs a qualitative approach, gathering data from various sources, including books, journals, websites, and previous research. The methodology includes determining the topic, setting aims and objectives, conducting a literature review, and preparing questionnaires for data collection and analysis. Ethical considerations, such as informed consent and data protection, are addressed. The proposal outlines the research activities, timescales, and potential ethical issues, demonstrating the student's understanding of the research process and its implications. The research also includes an ethics approval form, ensuring that all research activities comply with ethical guidelines.

Research Proposal

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Research Proposal Form
Proposed Title: The importance of globalization in development of
business operations of an organization.
Section One: Title, objective, responsibilities
Title or working title of the research project (in the form of a question, objective or
hypothesis)
The importance of globalization in development of business operations of an organization.
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 understand the concept of globalisation and its role in increasing business performance.
 To determine the importance of globalisation for improving the operational activities of
Tesco. To evaluate the relationship between globalisation and developing performance of Tesco
Plc.
Research Questions
 What is the concept of globalisation and its role in increasing business performance?
 What are the importance of globalisation for improving the operational activities of Tesco?
 What is the relationship between globalisation and developing performance of Tesco Plc?
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):
 The current research project will give a fair explanation on the concept of globalisation
and its importance for enhancing the operational area of a business. This area of study
helps in attaining appropriate knowledge in the area of globalisation.
 Another reason for selecting the research is to exploring the knowledge base of learner about
the specified area of study which helps them in attaining their future objectives in
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appropriate manner.
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Section Three: Literature sources searched
Use of key literature sources to support your research question, objective or
hypothesis:
The current research work is based on the effectiveness of globalization in enhancing operational area
of an organization. In the present research work data has been accumulated through different sources
like books and Journals, websites as well as past research that has been conducted on the same issue
for the purpose of creating an effective theoretical framework for discussing the research issue in
effective manner. The literature source basically related with the research objectives and questions
which are determined as under:
 Concept of globalisation and its role in increasing business performance.
 Importance of globalisation for improving the operational activities of Tesco.
 Relationship between globalisation and developing performance of Tesco Plc.
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):
There are different activities that need to be effectively be performed for the purpose of getting a
effective outcome of the research. The various activities involved are as follows:
 Determining the Topic
 Aims and Objectives along with questions
 Literature review
 Research methodology
 Questionnaires preparation
 Data Collection
 Data analysis
 Conclusion and recommendation
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Milestone one: _________________
Target date (set by tutor): ____________________
Milestone two: _______________________
Target date (set by tutor): ______________________
Section Five: Research approach and methodologies
What type of research approach and methodologies are you likely to use and why?
The research into consideration depends on qualitative research as in this data has been
assembled on qualitative means. This tool is effective in creating a proper description on a issue
with appropriate facts and figures. In this inductive research approach has been utilized by
researcher as to drawing a legitimate and solid result on qualitative research. In this data will be
gathered with the help of primary as well as secondary source of data collection as to drawing
valid and reliable outcome.
What your areas of research will cover:
The research will cover the influence of the effectiveness of globalization in enhancing
operational area of an organization.
The knowledge about the aspects of globalisation will also improve and this knowledge base can
be use by an individual in their career objectives.
Comments and agreement from tutor
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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 from 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: To analyze the effectiveness of globalization in enhancing operational area of an
organization. A case study on Tesco Plc.
Student name:
Student ID number:
Programme:
College Name:
Intended research start date:
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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?
Yes the research involves human participants, for the purpose of collecting real and reliable information
for reaching at the potential outcome.
Who are the participants? Tick all that apply:
Ages 12-16: Young people aged: 17-18 Adults: More than 20
How will participants be recruited (identified an approached)?
In this Current research work, participants and respondents are selected at a random basis from the
population. who are using the digital technology especially cloud technology and its effective use for the
growth of business.
Describe the processes you will use to inform participants about what you are
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doing:
With the help of questionnaire we use to inform participants about the topic.
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?
With the assist of primary method I obtain consent from participants.
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)
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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?
Researcher
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?
In the modern digitalized world data and information will be stored in Computer
systems, mobile, Pen drives etc.
How long will the data and records be kept for and in what format?
Since the completion of the whole research project the record data will be protected. The complete
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