Unit 11 Research Project: Motivation & Workplace Transformation

This research project explores the transformative potential of motivation in the workplace. It examines the concept of a transformative workplace, its impact on employee performance, and the specific roles motivation plays in driving change. The study employs a qualitative research approach, utilizing both primary data collected through questionnaires and secondary data from literature reviews. It aims to identify ways to motivate employees, fostering innovation and improving overall business performance. The research also delves into ethical considerations, data storage, and security measures to ensure responsible research practices. A Gantt chart outlines the project's timeline and milestones, from literature review to data analysis and report writing. This project contributes to understanding how strategic motivation can lead to a more dynamic and productive work environment. Desklib provides access to this and many other student assignments.

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Pearson BTEC HND in Business
Unit 11 Research Project (RQF) L5
Brief
Session: September 2021
This form should be submitted into the Formative Feedback Forum so that I can keep
updating your give you feedback on your Achievement based on the Gantt chart (Section
Five). You should therefore use the Word version in the VLE.
Research Proposal Form:
Student Name Student ID
Tutor Date
Unit
Proposed title
Section One: Title, objective, responsibilities
TITLE: TRANFORMATION OF WORKPLACE
THROUGH MOTIVATION
INTRODUCTION
Transformative workplace refers organization that seeks to change the system by
which it operates and make employees able by which they can perform their functions in
adverse and changing situations (Kwon, Han and Nicolaides, 2020). This study is going to
discuss some advantages of transformative workplace and ways in which it can make
beneficial to employees and employers as well. Companies can transform their
workplace by number of strategies and motivation is one of them. Motivation to
employees is one of the main key of success as it can encourage employees towards
accomplishing goals and improving performance. It will further discuss some important
elements of research methodology such as: data collection, analysis and others.
Aim and objectives
Aim: The aim of conducting this study is: to discuss ways in which motivation can
transform workplace”. Study on…
Objectives
 To discuss the main concept of transformative workplace.
 To identify impacts of transformative workplace, lead by motivation on overall
performance of employees.
 To identify roles of motivation in transforming workplace.
 To suggest ways of motivating employees for transforming workplace.
Section Two: Reasons for choosing this research project
Rationale
The main aim of conducting this research study is to help companies in becoming
successful and taking competitive advantages by transforming workplace. Motivation to
employees can make beneficial to both employees and employers so, in this regard it
can be said that it has wide scope. Due to its scope and interesting area, this topic has

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been selected. It can increase knowledge and help us out in knowing as how motivation
can lead transformative workplace.
Section Three: Literature sources searched
Concept of transformative workplace
Erskine and Bilimoria, (2019) Transformative workplace refers an organization where
employees can work with innovative and creative ways. Employers transform workplace
in order to accommodate different kinds of work and technology. It encourages
employees for improving their performance and accomplishing goals in an effective and
timely manner. Overall, it can be said that transformative workplace make companies
able in becoming competitive.
Harrison, R.T. and Leitch, C.M., 2019) stated that transformation refers dramatic change in
appearance or systems by which employees can help their employees in accomplishing
goals. There are different types of transformations such as: digital transformation,
cultural, information system and others. Motivated employees bring cultural and digital
transformation as they focus on trying new ways of performing functions that lead
changes at workplace and improve productivity.
Impacts of transformative workplace, lead by motivation on overall performance of
employees.
As per the view of Nugroho and et.al., (2020) transformative workplace has
number of advantages and it has great positive impacts on performance of employees.
Employees become productive when they work at transformative workplace as it makes
them innovative. They are being encouraged for working in creative and innovative
ways. It makes them flexible and it is found that employees at transformative workplace
are more likely to adapt changes and work in adverse situations.
Howladar, Rahman and Jewel, (2018) contradicted and said that when motivated
employees work at transformative workplace then it makes them feel refreshed. They
try better and easier ways of performing functions that improves their productivity and
performance. Improved performance boosts their confidence. They are more likely to
stay with business and this staff retention improve brand image of company. So, on this
basis, it can clearly be said that motivation plays a vital role and transformative
workplace improve overall performance of companies.
Roles of motivation in transforming workplace
According to the Mohammad and et.al., (2019) motivation plays a vital role in
transforming workplace as it changes the way in which employees perform. When
employees are being motivated as per their needs then it makes them feel valued. They
are more likely to improve their performance. There are number of companies who
motivate their employees on the basis of their performance and unique ways of
performing functions. So, on this basis, employees strive hard for accomplishing goals
and they bring innovative ideas and this innovation transforms workplace.

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Al Harbi, Alarifi and Mosbah, (2019) argued and said that motivation has direct
impacts on employees’ productivity. Workers who are excited and motivated for their
jobs carry out their roles as well as responsibilities to the best of their ability. It helps
employers in attracting skilled employees and increasing staff retention rate. When
motivated employees strive hard and work in a team then they cooperate and help each
others in accomplishing goals. It increases their knowledge and skills. It leads positive
competition at workplace and competition change workplace that leads productivity.
Section Four: Activities and timescales
Producing aim and objectives
Literature review
Research methodology
Data collection
Data analysis
Milestone one: See Gantt Chart
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?
What areas wil yourresearch cover?
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 from project checker (if applicable)
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:
Research strategy: Qualitative and quantitative are 2 research strategies. Qualitative
represents non-numerical data and quantitative refers numerical data. For this study,
qualitative research will be conducted for knowing about role of motivation in transforming
workplace with textual or non-numerical form of data.
Approaches: Inductive and deductive are 2 research approaches that consist of steps of broad
assumptions on data collection and analysis (Woiceshyn and Daellenbach, 2018). For this study,
inductive approach will be used because research study is qualitative and inductive ahs
suitability with this strategy.
Research philosophy: Interpretivism and positivism are 2 philosophies. Interpretivism
believes that society shape behaviors of people and positivism think just opposite of
interpretivism. For this research study, interpretivism will be used as it is associated with
inductive approach and qualitative research.

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Data collection: Primary and secondary are 2 types of data collection. Primary refers first
hand data and secondary refers second hand data (Apanasevic, 2018). For this study,
researcher will gather both primary and secondary by conducting questionnaire and literature
as well.
Sampling: A process by which participants, for collecting primary data, are being selected is
known as sampling. Random and non-random are 2 main types of sampling and for this study,
random will be selected for promoting diversity.
Data analysis: Qualitative and quantitative are 2 data analysis tools. Qualitative data analysis
tool is being used when researcher collect data in the form of non-numerical. Quantitative is
being used for analyzing quantitative. As this study is qualitative so, thematic analysis as
qualitative will be used for this study.

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Gantt Chart
Milestone Projective
Activities
W1 W3 W4 W7 W8 W11 W12 W16 W17 W20 W21 W23 W24
M1 Project
formulati
on and
Project
Planning
M2 Literature
Review
M3 Methodolog
y
M4 Data
Collection
and
Analysis
M5 Discussion
of the
results
M6 Repor
t
writin
g
M7 Presentatio
n of the
project to
the Board
of
Directors
Achievement based on Gantt chart (To be completed by students)
Week Activities to achieve planned milestones Tutor’s feedback
and date
W3 Problem formulation and Project Planning
Research Problem and background to the problem
Research Topic
Research objectives
W7 Literature Review
Key sources of information
W11 Methodology
Choice of methodology
Sampling
Brief description of how data would be collected and analysed
W16 Data Collection and Data Analysis
Data collection
How it was collected
Advantages and disadvantages of the technique
Data Analysis
Technique used to analyse the data
Advantages and disadvantages of the technique
Interpret the results
W20 Discussion of the results
What do the results mean based on the literature reviewed?
Recommendations to solve the research problem
W23 Report writing
Appropriate structure
W24 Presentation of the project to the Board of Directors

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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 competing 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:
Intended research start date:
Intended research end date:
Section 2 Project Summary
Please select all research methods that you plan to use as part of your project:
(Copy and paste the tick where applicable)
Interviews:
Questionnaires:
Observations:
Use of Personal Records:
Data Analysis:
Action
Research:
Focus Group:
Other (Please specify):

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Section 3: Participants
Please answer the following questions, giving full details where necessary.
Willyourresearchinvolve humanparticipants?
Who are the participants? Tick all that apply:
Ages 12-16:  Young People aged 17-18:  Adults: 
How will participants be recruited (identified and approached)? Primary data, questionnaire
Describe the processes you will use to inform participants about what you are doing: written communication
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
they 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: 

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Section 5: Ethical Issues
Are there any particular features of your proposed work which may raise ethical concerns?
Yes:  No: 
If so, please outline how you will deal with these:
It is important that you demonstrate your awareness of potential risks that may arise as a result 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.
• Risks 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 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: 
If yes, please provide further details:

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REFERENCES
Books and Journal
Al Harbi, J.A., Alarifi, S. and Mosbah, A., 2019. Transformation leadership and creativity: Effects of employees
pyschological empowerment and intrinsic motivation. Personnel Review.
Apanasevic, T., 2018. Primary data collection: Approaches of service providers towards mobile payments.
Erskine, S.E. and Bilimoria, D., 2019. White allyship of Afro-Diasporic women in the workplace: A
transformative strategy for organizational change. Journal of Leadership & Organizational Studies. 26(3).
pp.319-338.
Harrison, R.T. and Leitch, C.M., 2019. The dynamics of identity, identity work and identity formation in the
family business: Insights from identity process theory and transformative learning. In The Palgrave handbook
of heterogeneity among family firms (pp. 673-713). Palgrave Macmillan, Cham.
Howladar, M.H.R., Rahman, S. and Jewel, M., 2018. Deviant workplace behavior and job performance: The
moderating effect of transformational leadership. Howlader, MHR Rahman, MS, & Uddin, MA, (2018).
Deviant Workplace Behavior and Job Performance: The Moderating Effect of Transformational Leadership,
Iranian Journal of Management Studies. 11(1). pp.147-183.
Kwon, C.K., Han, S.H. and Nicolaides, A., 2020. The impact of psychological safety on transformative learning
in the workplace: a quantitative study. Journal of Workplace Learning.
Mohammad, J. and et.al., 2019. Workplace internet leisure and employees’ productivity: the mediating role of
employee satisfaction. Internet Research.
Nugroho, Y.A. and et.al., 2020. Transformational leadership and employees' performances: The mediating role
of motivation and work environment. EduPsyCouns: Journal of Education, Psychology and Counseling. 2(1).
pp.438-460.
Woiceshyn, J. and Daellenbach, U., 2018. Evaluating inductive vs deductive research in management studies:
Implications for authors, editors, and reviewers. Qualitative Research in Organizations and Management: An
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