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RESEARCH GUIDELINES

RESEARCH AND PUBLICATION DEPARTMENT

AMAIUB Research Guidelines Research and Publication Department

RESEARCH GUIDELINES

UNDERGRADUATE

POSTGRADUATE

Salmabad, Kingdom of Bahrain


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1. Introduction ................................................................

1.1 Classifications of Research ................................

1.2 Student Research ................................

1.3 Faculty Research ................................

1.4 Benefits of Doing Research................................

2. Research Process ................................

2.1 Selecting Research Topic ................................

2.2 Preparation and Writing Research Project

3. Structure of the Thesis/Dissertation

4.1 The Thesis/dissertation/capstone Contents

4. Format of Writing ................................

5. Assessment ................................................................

6. The Supervisory Process ................................

6.1 Selection of Supervisor ................................

6.2 Supervisors Qualification ................................

6.3 Withdrawal of a supervisor ................................

6.4 Processes of Supervision ................................

6.5 The Roles and Responsibilities of the Supervisor

6.6 The Roles and Responsibilities of Student

6.7 Level of Supervision ................................

6.8 Conduct of Meeting and Supervision

6.9 Managing your Research Process

7. Research Ethics ................................

7.1 Anti-plagiarism Checking ................................

8. Library ................................................................

8.1 The Importance of the Library

9. References ................................................................

10. Appendices ................................................................



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1. Introduction

Research is undertaken in most areas of work and social life

critical issues and problems that research can help provide answers to

examination of observed phenomena

creating new knowledge [1-4].

1.1 Classifications of Research

When developing objectives for a

explanatory or exploratory [1-4].

Descriptive research attempts to describe systematically a situation, problem,

service or programme, or provides informatio

describes attitudes/perceptions

Correlational research attempts to discover or establish the existence of a

two or more aspects of a situation.

Explanatory research attempts to clarify why and how there is a relationship between two or

more aspects of a situation or phenomenon.

Exploratory research is undertaken to explore an area where little is known or to

further the findings from a

When developing the methods that can be conducted in a

ways:

Quantitative, which is generally numerical

Qualitative, which is mostly non

Quantitative research is the c

with numbers in an objective fashion. It strives to identify universal laws of nature in order that theories thus

developed can be used to accurately explain and predict special phenomena

Qualitative research, on the other hand, views humans as complex and unpredictable. That is, they

are less stable than the physical world. Central to the idea of qualitative research is the development of a

deep understanding of human behaviour to revea

[5-7].



is undertaken in most areas of work and social life. It is a way of thinking and

issues and problems that research can help provide answers to. Research is based on a systematic

tion of observed phenomena to find answers to such problems and questions

objectives for a research project they can be classified as descriptive

attempts to describe systematically a situation, problem,

or programme, or provides information about the ‘living condition

/perceptions towards an issue.

attempts to discover or establish the existence of a

f a situation.

attempts to clarify why and how there is a relationship between two or

more aspects of a situation or phenomenon.

is undertaken to explore an area where little is known or to

findings from a pilot study.

s that can be conducted in a research project they

Quantitative, which is generally numerical.

Qualitative, which is mostly non-numerical.

Quantitative research is the classic scientific and experimental approach, which deals extensively


developed can be used to accurately explain and predict special phenomena.



deep understanding of human behaviour to reveal people’s values, interpretive schemes and belief systems

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. It is a way of thinking and examining

esearch is based on a systematic

and questions. The Research is about

descriptive, correlational,

attempts to describe systematically a situation, problem, phenomenon,

conditions’ of a community, or

attempts to discover or establish the existence of a relationship between

attempts to clarify why and how there is a relationship between two or

is undertaken to explore an area where little is known or to investigate

they can be classified in two

lassic scientific and experimental approach, which deals extensively




people’s values, interpretive schemes and belief systems



1.2 Student Research

The student research is self

usually a university faculty (Assistant Professor, Associate Professor

across independence is encouraged as a student gains confidence and is able to work with supervision.

Based on the AMAIUB academic programme,

to them and their advisor, the type of the

its economic/entrepreneurial aspects and shall include a business plan.

broad areas of research within management, hu

research, which requires experiments, incl

engineering, environmental, medicine

groups have to be encouraged. More commonly, research groups today are interdisciplinary, crossing

boundaries across fields and across other disciplines,

materials science and medicine [3, 4

1.3 Faculty Research

The faculty research is directed towards building research capabilities of faculty in identified

thrusts/areas of the colleges. Often, this is individual undertakings of faculty over a period of one year where

it is expected that the output can

forces on the following topics:

1.3.1 College of Administrative and Financial Sciences (CAFS)

a. Business Development

Resource Management, Business environment study, Community Resource Anal

Entrepreneurship

b. International Relations and Cultural Diversity

International relations, culture and economic development

1.3.2 College of Computer Studies (CCS)

a. Net-centric Computing, there are research topics under the domain, such as:

Network Communication

Multi-media Technologies

Mobile Computing



research is self-directed work under the guidance and supervision of a supervisor ―

usually a university faculty (Assistant Professor, Associate Professor and Professor). A progressive transition


Based on the AMAIUB academic programme, students are normally working on a research project of interest

and their advisor, the type of the project will rely on the area of research. However shall be given to

its economic/entrepreneurial aspects and shall include a business plan. For example, business research has

broad areas of research within management, human resources, accounting, auditing, and banking. Practical

research, which requires experiments, includes many areas of research within computer sciences,

engineering, environmental, medicine, mathematics, chemistry, physics, and biology. In fact, researc


boundaries across fields and across other disciplines, such as computer science, engineering, chemistry,

3, 4].



be published either locally or internationally. AMAIUB research thrust

College of Administrative and Financial Sciences (CAFS)

Resource Management, Business environment study, Community Resource Anal

International Relations and Cultural Diversity

International relations, culture and economic development

College of Computer Studies (CCS)

there are research topics under the domain, such as:

mmunication

media Technologies

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directed work under the guidance and supervision of a supervisor ―

and Professor). A progressive transition


normally working on a research project of interest

However shall be given to

For example, business research has

man resources, accounting, auditing, and banking. Practical

udes many areas of research within computer sciences,

mathematics, chemistry, physics, and biology. In fact, research


such as computer science, engineering, chemistry,



AMAIUB research thrust

Resource Management, Business environment study, Community Resource Analysis,




Net-centric computing

Network Security

Web Organization

b. Human-computer interaction,

Building GUI Interfaces

Multi-media & Multi-modal Systems

Interaction Design for New Environments

Human Factors and Security

c. System Development, there are research topics under the domain, such as:

Software Design

Formal Methods

Risk Assessment

Web Organization

Robust and Security-Enhanced Programming

1.3.3 College of Engineering (COE)

a. Engineering Researches

Robotics Technology and Control Systems

Automation, PLCs, Instrumentation

Networking and Distributed System

Expert systems, distributed and mobile computing, network resource management

b. Natural Sciences and Math researches

Environmental Pollution and Global Warming

Industrial Researches (Aluminum, Desalination and Petroleum)

Renewable Energy and Applications

Computational Science and Numerical Analysis

Analysis and Its Applications (Applied Math.)



centric computing

computer interaction, there are research topics under the domain, such as:

Building GUI Interfaces

modal Systems

ction Design for New Environments

Human Factors and Security


Enhanced Programming

Robotics Technology and Control Systems

Automation, PLCs, Instrumentation

Networking and Distributed System


Math researches

Environmental Pollution and Global Warming

Industrial Researches (Aluminum, Desalination and Petroleum)

Renewable Energy and Applications

Computational Science and Numerical Analysis

Analysis and Its Applications (Applied Math.)

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Mathematics Education Research, Preparation and Outreach

Nanomaterials and Nanotechnology

1.3.4 Center for General Education (CGE)

a. Social Sciences Researches

Utilization of the English Language both oral and written communication

Sociological significance of educa

Implementation of the foreign culture to Arab culture

1.4 Benefits of Doing Research

There are many benefits for

Most students learn by designing a research model and following

with his/her supervisor. Information gained is more clearly understood and is more easily

remembered once it has been put into practice through a research project. Further reading will

expand the students’ knowledge. From the

productive activity [1-4].

After graduating, students will face many problems at work which require research and analysis

and therefore the research

by providing the opportunity to find solutions to problems identified during a research based

dissertation, these are transferable skills.

Undergraduate research will not only give the students an excellent foundation, but working

with a supervisor will provide a unique opportunity to learn new skills and methods for tackling

problems and issues.

AMAIUB programmes require

form of thesis or project while postgraduate require a

graduation; as such AMAIUB provides an opportunity for undergraduate students to get

involved in research during the academic year

2. Research Process

The first step in a research process is developing a

research idea the researcher has, and



s Education Research, Preparation and Outreach

Nanomaterials and Nanotechnology

Center for General Education (CGE)


Sociological significance of education to human and personal development

Implementation of the foreign culture to Arab culture

There are many benefits for students to conduct research, such as:

Most students learn by designing a research model and following research procedures over time



expand the students’ knowledge. From the learning perspective, research is an extremely

4].


and therefore the research programme at AMAIUB is an important learning process for stu


dissertation, these are transferable skills.


will provide a unique opportunity to learn new skills and methods for tackling

AMAIUB programmes require undergraduates to produce a

form of thesis or project while postgraduate require a research dissertation fo


involved in research during the academic year [1-4].

research process is developing a research proposal to present and justify

and to present the practical ways in which he or she thinks this research

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tion to human and personal development

research procedures over time



learning perspective, research is an extremely


at AMAIUB is an important learning process for students



will provide a unique opportunity to learn new skills and methods for tackling

undergraduates to produce a capstone project in a

research dissertation for


research proposal to present and justify a

to present the practical ways in which he or she thinks this research



should be conducted. The forms and procedures

proposals contain extensive literature

the research study being proposed.

2.1 Selecting Research Topic

The fundamental requirement of the

to the body of knowledge in the field.

Interesting to existing knowledge within the field and f

originality; this will be done by finding out new ideas in your research area, or continuing

to improve present ideas from previous rese

Relatively narrow and not too narrow to focus your research project. Broad topic needs

more time and more effort that most of the students cannot afford.

Students should list a number of research

to select the best topic

Title of the research topic: The first step to a successful research is to choose a good

research title. Based on the idea of your research topic and its aim, the title will be

selected. The title need to be very clear and it should pr

about what to expect from the research.

Both Topics

2.2 Preparation and Writing Research

There are several elements that should be considered

to produce high quality research output

1. Background

1.1 Statement of the research problem

1.2 Significance of the Study

1.3 Objectives

1.4 Hypothesis/ Assumption

2. References

3. Research Methodology and Approaches



forms and procedures for such research are defined by the field of study.

contain extensive literature reviews and must provide persuasive evidence that there is a need for

The fundamental requirement of the research is that the researcher makes

ge in the field. The topic should be:

ing knowledge within the field and fulfill t


to improve present ideas from previous research.



should list a number of research topics, and seek the help of his/her sup

lect the best topic.


Based on the idea of your research topic and its aim, the title will be

The title need to be very clear and it should provide an idea to the readers

about what to expect from the research.

2.2 Preparation and Writing Research Project

several elements that should be considered in writing research project proposal in

output the structure contains:

Statement of the research problem

Significance of the Study

/ Assumption

and Approaches

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for such research are defined by the field of study. Research

reviews and must provide persuasive evidence that there is a need for

an material contribution

ulfill the requirement of




and seek the help of his/her supervisor


Based on the idea of your research topic and its aim, the title will be

ovide an idea to the readers

research project proposal in order



1. Background

The researcher should explai

is important and original. The researcher may need to describe how it builds on his or her previous

academic work or professional experience. The researcher must include references to

and scholarly literature in the field of research.

1.1 Statement of the Research P

The statement of the research problem is the foundation for the construction of any research

proposal. It is not only an integral part of select

design as well. It serves as the bases for determining research objectives, formulation of research

hypotheses, planning research design and the budgetary requirements. It allows the research

the problem systematically, to reflect on its importance, its priority and to point out why the proposed

research on the problem should be undertaken. It also facilitates peer review of the research proposal by the

funding agencies.

There are a number of considerations to be taken into account when selecting a research problem as

follows:

1. Interest: a research effort is usually time consuming, and involves hard work and

unforeseen problems. Researcher should

trust of the college.

2. Magnitude: It is extremely important to select a topic that can be managed within the time and

resources available.

3. Measurement of concepts: A clear idea about the indicators and measurement of

study is required.

4. Relevance: Research adds to the existing body of knowledge, bridges current gaps and is useful in

policy formulation. This will help to sustain interest in the study.

5. Availability of data: Before finalizing the topi

6. Ethical issues: How ethical issues can affect the study population and how ethical problems can be

overcome should be thoroughly examined at the problem formulating stage with

your supervisor.

Statement of a research problem includes the following processes:

• Identify a broad field or subject area of interest.



The researcher should explain the context for his or her research and the reasons why the research


academic work or professional experience. The researcher must include references to

and scholarly literature in the field of research.

Research Problem


proposal. It is not only an integral part of selecting a research topic rather helps to select most likely research


hypotheses, planning research design and the budgetary requirements. It allows the research



are a number of considerations to be taken into account when selecting a research problem as

Interest: a research effort is usually time consuming, and involves hard work and

esearcher should select topic of great interest

Magnitude: It is extremely important to select a topic that can be managed within the time and

Measurement of concepts: A clear idea about the indicators and measurement of

Relevance: Research adds to the existing body of knowledge, bridges current gaps and is useful in

policy formulation. This will help to sustain interest in the study.

Availability of data: Before finalizing the topic, make sure that data are available.

Ethical issues: How ethical issues can affect the study population and how ethical problems can be

overcome should be thoroughly examined at the problem formulating stage with

t of a research problem includes the following processes:

Identify a broad field or subject area of interest.

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n the context for his or her research and the reasons why the research


academic work or professional experience. The researcher must include references to the existing research


ing a research topic rather helps to select most likely research


hypotheses, planning research design and the budgetary requirements. It allows the researcher to describe



are a number of considerations to be taken into account when selecting a research problem as

Interest: a research effort is usually time consuming, and involves hard work and possibly

but within the research

Magnitude: It is extremely important to select a topic that can be managed within the time and

Measurement of concepts: A clear idea about the indicators and measurement of concepts in the

Relevance: Research adds to the existing body of knowledge, bridges current gaps and is useful in

c, make sure that data are available.

Ethical issues: How ethical issues can affect the study population and how ethical problems can be

overcome should be thoroughly examined at the problem formulating stage with guidance from



• Select what is of most interest?

• Raise research questions (through the prior literature and pilot study).

• Formulate objectives.

• Assess objectives.

• Review the process and make any further changes or adjustments.

1.2 Significance of the Research

Significance of the Research: This part of the proposal justifies how the proposed research will

contribute in refining, improving, or extending

how the intended results will affect the theory, practice, educational institutions, curricula, counseling,

policy etc. Therefore, rationalizing the significance of the research

usefulness of the research for the organization / or society

1.3 Objectives

The study objective is an active statement about how the study is going to answer the specific

research question. Objectives can (and often do) state e

within their statements. They are important because they not only help guide the development of the

proposal and design of study but also play a role in sample size calculations and determining the strengt

the study.

In detail objectives should:

• Identify specific aspects of the topic that he/she wants to investigate within the main framework

of research.

• Contain only one aspect of the research.

• Use action oriented words or verbs when writing objec

The objectives should start with words such as:

measure’, and ‘to explore’. The wording of objectives determines the type of research. After determining the

objectives, a hypothesis can be developed

1.4 Hypothesis/Assumption

A hypothesis is defined as a tentative prediction or of the relationship between two or more

variables that translates the problem statement into a precise, unambiguous prediction of expected



Select what is of most interest?

Raise research questions (through the prior literature and pilot study).

Review the process and make any further changes or adjustments.

Significance of the Research


contribute in refining, improving, or extending existing knowledge in the area under research. In other words


the significance of the research is important to

usefulness of the research for the organization / or society.


research question. Objectives can (and often do) state exactly which outcome measures are going to be used


proposal and design of study but also play a role in sample size calculations and determining the strengt

Identify specific aspects of the topic that he/she wants to investigate within the main framework

Contain only one aspect of the research.

Use action oriented words or verbs when writing objectives.

The objectives should start with words such as: ‘to determine’, ‘to find out’,

The wording of objectives determines the type of research. After determining the

objectives, a hypothesis can be developed if this is appropriate.



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existing knowledge in the area under research. In other words


is important to present the level of the


xactly which outcome measures are going to be used


proposal and design of study but also play a role in sample size calculations and determining the strength of

Identify specific aspects of the topic that he/she wants to investigate within the main framework

‘to find out’, ‘to ascertain’, ‘to

The wording of objectives determines the type of research. After determining the





outcome. Hypotheses are designed to express relationships between variables. Research hypotheses are

assumptions about the tentative solution of the research. These assumptions are derived on personal

experience, review of the related literature, consultations/ foc

professionals or combination of all. Hypotheses bring clarity, specificity and focus to a research problem.

The functions of hypotheses:

• The formulation of a hypothesis provides the research with focus and identifies

a research problem to investigate.

• A hypothesis tells a researcher what data to collect and what not to collect.

• A hypothesis may enable a researcher to add to the formulation of a theory and to conclude what

is true or what is false.

2. References

The references are an integral part of entire research process and make

each stage. The process of reviewing the literature helps the researcher to understand the subject area

better and thus helps to conceptualize a research problem clearly and precisely. It also helps the researcher

to understand the relationship between the research problem and the body of knowledge in the field of

study. Reviewing literature can be time

The reviewing literature will:

a. Improve methodology

A literature review informs the researcher if others have used procedures and methods similar to

the ones that he/she is proposing.

b. Broaden knowledge base in the researc

Reading widely around the subject area in which the researcher intends to conduct a research study

is very important to understanding how the findings of the research fit into the existing body of knowledge.

c. Contextualize findings

How do answers to research questions compare with what others have found? What contribution

has been made to the existing body of knowledge? How findings different from those of others? Answering



ypotheses are designed to express relationships between variables. Research hypotheses are


experience, review of the related literature, consultations/ focused interviews with the experts /


The functions of hypotheses:

• The formulation of a hypothesis provides the research with focus and identifies

a research problem to investigate.



references are an integral part of entire research process and make a valuable contribution at


lize a research problem clearly and precisely. It also helps the researcher


study. Reviewing literature can be time-consuming, daunting and frustrating, but it is also rewarding.


Broaden knowledge base in the research area



rs to research questions compare with what others have found? What contribution


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ypotheses are designed to express relationships between variables. Research hypotheses are


used interviews with the experts /


• The formulation of a hypothesis provides the research with focus and identifies specific aspects of



a valuable contribution at


lize a research problem clearly and precisely. It also helps the researcher


is also rewarding.




rs to research questions compare with what others have found? What contribution




thesis questions needs to go back to the literature review, it is import

what is already known in the field of research.

3. Research Methodology and Approaches

This section presents the way that the researcher intends to approach the research question and the

techniques and logic that he or she will use to address it.

This part of the proposal shall briefly explain about the following of the intended or / projected research

methodology – most likely to be followed during the conduct stage of the research. Most common points

that are to be elaborated are:

Type/ Nature of the Research: Is the intended research is, for example, descriptive,

exploratory or causal or combination of any?

Sources and types of data: Will the research attempt to explore primary sources or

secondary sources of data

Research Approach: Will the research outlook qualitative or quantitative or combination

of both.

3. Structure of the Thesis/Dissertation

The thesis/dissertation/capstone

asked to complete a certificate to confirm that the

and has been carried out by him/her and to certify that all secondary material has been properly

acknowledged in thesis (Appendix A).

the results of the student reading, thinking

way that it could convince readers to accept his/her

must have full understanding for his/her

4.1 The Thesis/dissertation/capstone

The thesis for postgraduate student

15,000 words for undergraduate students

follows:

a. Title page

b. Approval sheet

c. Acknowledgements



thesis questions needs to go back to the literature review, it is important to place findings in the context of

what is already known in the field of research.

and Approaches


or she will use to address it.


most likely to be followed during the conduct stage of the research. Most common points


exploratory or causal or combination of any?


secondary sources of data or both.


/Dissertation

thesis/dissertation/capstone will be conducted independently by student

plete a certificate to confirm that the thesis/dissertation/capstone is his/her own original work


(Appendix A). The thesis should be a sustained argument. It should

reading, thinking, discussion, interpretation and information

readers to accept his/her understanding of the topic. This means th

his/her thesis, its concepts, theoretical ideas, observations,

Thesis/dissertation/capstone Contents

postgraduate student should be between 15,000 to 25,000 words

for undergraduate students. The full document should include essential

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ant to place findings in the context of



most likely to be followed during the conduct stage of the research. Most common points




student. The student will be

is his/her own original work


t should take advantage of

nformation-collection in such a

This means that student

concepts, theoretical ideas, observations, and findings.

words and 10,000 to

essential parts arranged as



d. Abstract

e. Table of Contents

f. List of Figures

g. List of Tables

h. List of Appendices (optional)

i. List of Abbreviation and Symbols

j. Main Body

k. Bibliography/References

l. Appendices

m. Biographical Sketch

Detailed information about the above

a. Title Page

The first page should be the tit

The University name: AMA International University Bahrain

The approved title of the thesis

The student full name.

The qualification for which the thesis

The college in which the wo

The month and year of submission.

b. Approval sheet

This page bears the name of the proponent/s and title of the thesis, together with the signature of

the adviser, college dean and membe

duly approved, and must bear the date of approval

c. Acknowledgements

Here is the opportunity for the student to express his/her thanks for any support, help, super

and assistance received during the production of the thesis



optional)

. List of Abbreviation and Symbols (optional)

above parts of thesis/dissertation/capstone:

the title page comprising:

AMA International University Bahrain.

title of the thesis/dissertation/capstone.

ation for which the thesis is submitted and year of study.

college in which the work was operated, e.g. College of Administration and Financial Studies

The month and year of submission.


the adviser, college dean and members of the oral defense panel. This page certifies that the thesis has been

duly approved, and must bear the date of approval [8]. (Appendix B).

Here is the opportunity for the student to express his/her thanks for any support, help, super

and assistance received during the production of the thesis/dissertation.

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Administration and Financial Studies.


rs of the oral defense panel. This page certifies that the thesis has been

Here is the opportunity for the student to express his/her thanks for any support, help, supervise



d. Abstract

Abstract is a one page paragraph comprising a brief aims, methods, results, conclusions and if

appropriate, key recommendations. There should be no citations in the p

300 to 500 words in length.

e. Table of Contents

A sequential listing of all major parts of a thesis with corresponding page numbers

Included in the table of contents are the titles of chapters, sections and

appendices. Also included are the titles of the preliminary pages as well as the required forms.

f. List of Figures

List of charts, graphs, maps and other illustrations used in the thesis

number and its heading should also be listed on the appropriate contents page

numbered in sequence, using Arabic numerals.

Figure 3.1 [8].

g. List of Tables

A comprehensive listing of titles of all tables found in the body of the thesis with indication of the

corresponding page numbers should be done. Tables should be numbered in sequence, using Arabic

numerals. For example, the third table appearing in chapter two should be labeled

h. List of Appendices (optional)

An appendix or appendices, if any, should be after the bibliography. Appendices include original

data, preliminary tests, tabulations, tables that contain data of lesser importance, very lengthy quotations,

forms and documents, computer printouts and other pertinent documents. It must Appendices should be

arranged chronologically as they are cited in the main text. Use capital letters of the English alphabet to

track appendices, and always begin with the letter

i. List of Abbreviation and Symbols

List separately and in numerical order, the list of abbreviations used in the main body of the text. It is

an optional section.




appropriate, key recommendations. There should be no citations in the paragraph. The abstract should be

A sequential listing of all major parts of a thesis with corresponding page numbers

Included in the table of contents are the titles of chapters, sections and subsections, bibliography and


List of charts, graphs, maps and other illustrations used in the thesis should be listed

its heading should also be listed on the appropriate contents page. Figures should also be

numbered in sequence, using Arabic numerals. For example, the first figure in the third chapter is labelled

of titles of all tables found in the body of the thesis with indication of the


numerals. For example, the third table appearing in chapter two should be labeled Table 2.3

List of Appendices (optional)



ms and documents, computer printouts and other pertinent documents. It must Appendices should be


track appendices, and always begin with the letter A [8].

List of Abbreviation and Symbols (optional)


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aragraph. The abstract should be

A sequential listing of all major parts of a thesis with corresponding page numbers should be done.

subsections, bibliography and


should be listed. The table

. Figures should also be

he first figure in the third chapter is labelled

of titles of all tables found in the body of the thesis with indication of the


Table 2.3 [8].



ms and documents, computer printouts and other pertinent documents. It must Appendices should be





j. Main Body

The main body of a thesis is divided into five (5) chapters, whic

sections [6].

Chapter 1 – Introduction

This chapter serves as a backgrounder for readers to have an overview of the study even without

prior reference to other publications on the topic. The introduction is the first chapt

include the objective/s and justification of the study as well as the limitations set by the proponent. The

introduction is the proper place to define any specialized terms and concepts used in the thesis.

1.1 Statement of the Problem

The statement of the problem is the backbone of the

entire research project. This is a statement that you can prove with evidence/s. Well

statements will convince your audience that

constructed problem statement defines the problem and helps identify the variables that will be investigated

in the study.

1.2 Purpose/Objective of the Study

This section summarizes what is to b

specific objectives. Research objectives are closely related to research problem.

1.3 Significance of the Study

This section describes or explains the potential value of the study and findings. It

here, the target audience for the study and how the results will be beneficial for them. It answer the

questions – Why is it important? To whom it will be beneficial?

1.4 Scope and Limitation

This section sets parameters of the study. L

researcher, thus, stating the limitations of

of the study.



The main body of a thesis is divided into five (5) chapters, which may be further subdivided into


prior reference to other publications on the topic. The introduction is the first chapter of the thesis and must



The statement of the problem is the backbone of the research proposal. This is the main idea of the

entire research project. This is a statement that you can prove with evidence/s. Well

statements will convince your audience that the problem is real and worth having you investigates. Well


This section summarizes what is to be achieved by the study. This usually contains general and

specific objectives. Research objectives are closely related to research problem.

This section describes or explains the potential value of the study and findings. It


Why is it important? To whom it will be beneficial?

This section sets parameters of the study. Limitations are the inherent problems encountered by the

researcher, thus, stating the limitations of the study can be very useful for readers in interpreting the results

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h may be further subdivided into


er of the thesis and must



proposal. This is the main idea of the

entire research project. This is a statement that you can prove with evidence/s. Well -constructed problem

h having you investigates. Well-


e achieved by the study. This usually contains general and

This section describes or explains the potential value of the study and findings. It should be clear in


problems encountered by the

the study can be very useful for readers in interpreting the results



1.5 Hypothesis

Research hypotheses are the possible answer to the rese

hypotheses are based on well-constructed

answer to the research problems. However, this is not a requirement for social

conceptual framework or theoretical

Chapter 2 - Literature Review

The review of related literature showcases previous studies and publications relevant to the

research. This chapter gives light as to what motivated the proponent/s in pursuin

study. So, it is very important to know how to write the literature review, you have to:

Go through the relevant reference material in detail.

Write down some information from the selected reference, such as research

methodology, tools of analysis, and also the main findings of the research with

discussion.

Write the reference properly in the text, such as, numbering [1]……[2],…[3],..etc.

down the reference information, which you will use in your text, and list under the list of

references, such as: the name (s) of the author (s), year of publication, research title,

name of the book, journal,

2.1 Conceptual Framework/Theoretical Framework

The conceptual framework is the outline or a diagram of prefer

idea or thought) used in the study. It shows all the variables included in the study. The theoretical

framework, on the other hand, consists of theories, principles, and research findings

which are related to the study. This is the framework on how the study is organized or developed.

Chapter 3 - Research Methodology

Design if any

Data Gathering

Data Analysis

System Design and Development (if any)



Research hypotheses are the possible answer to the research problems

constructed research questions. It guides or supports the research to find an

to the research problems. However, this is not a requirement for social science research instead a

ual framework or theoretical framework is needed.


. This chapter gives light as to what motivated the proponent/s in pursuin

So, it is very important to know how to write the literature review, you have to:

Go through the relevant reference material in detail.


ols of analysis, and also the main findings of the research with

Write the reference properly in the text, such as, numbering [1]……[2],…[3],..etc.



journal, etc, Volume x, No. x, P. x.

2.1 Conceptual Framework/Theoretical Framework

The conceptual framework is the outline or a diagram of preferred approach to the concepts (an


framework, on the other hand, consists of theories, principles, and research findings

related to the study. This is the framework on how the study is organized or developed.

System Design and Development (if any)

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or sub-problems. Good

research questions. It guides or supports the research to find an

science research instead a


. This chapter gives light as to what motivated the proponent/s in pursuing the specific field of

So, it is very important to know how to write the literature review, you have to:


ols of analysis, and also the main findings of the research with

Write the reference properly in the text, such as, numbering [1]……[2],…[3],..etc. Write



red approach to the concepts (an


framework, on the other hand, consists of theories, principles, and research findings -interrelated concepts -

related to the study. This is the framework on how the study is organized or developed.



Feasibility Study and Constraints

Design Trade-offs (if any)

You have to write in details the

physical sciences, the researcher should identify what experimental procedures and equipments that will

be used in research to achieve the aim of

to test hypotheses and achieve the objectives.

Chapter 4 -Results and Discussion

The data should be well organized in the thesis. The logic sequence of the data reflects the

understanding of the research idea and aim.

scientific research, there is always some kind of connection between data and why

looks as it does. Often the researcher looks at the data

the data looks like it does. It is important to use references during discussion to support your findings.

Citation of the reference in the text and in the list of references is crucial matter. The citation p

have been stated clearly in the literature review chapter.

Chapter 5- Conclusion and Recommendations

The conclusion is an important part of the thesis

and the key findings of the research, providi

be expressed logically from the result

forward, limitations of the study and any further work considered necessary should be id

appropriate. Clear recommendations for application

k. Bibliography/References

List of all sources cited in the text, books, journals,

indicates and assures the ethics of the researcher. If the student fails to include any sour

research, in the references list, this will risk him/her being accused of plagiarism.

the cited references are shown below.



You have to write in details the research procedures, which you have used during your research.


be used in research to achieve the aim of research.(b)In social sciences, the researcher should collect data

to test hypotheses and achieve the objectives.


of the research idea and aim. Research requires some analysis and

scientific research, there is always some kind of connection between data and why

looks as it does. Often the researcher looks at the data gathered, and then comes to a conclusion of why

It is important to use references during discussion to support your findings.

Citation of the reference in the text and in the list of references is crucial matter. The citation p

have been stated clearly in the literature review chapter.

Recommendations

portant part of the thesis because it reflects the outcomes of the research

and the key findings of the research, providing an explanation of their significance. The conclusions should

be expressed logically from the results and discussion of thesis. Whilst a definite view should be put

forward, limitations of the study and any further work considered necessary should be id

lear recommendations for application and future research should be addressed.

List of all sources cited in the text, books, journals, and websites. The proper listing of references

es the ethics of the researcher. If the student fails to include any sour

, in the references list, this will risk him/her being accused of plagiarism. Details about how to write

below.

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, which you have used during your research. (a)In


research.(b)In social sciences, the researcher should collect data


analysis and discussion of results. In

scientific research, there is always some kind of connection between data and why you think that the data

gathered, and then comes to a conclusion of why

It is important to use references during discussion to support your findings.

Citation of the reference in the text and in the list of references is crucial matter. The citation procedures

because it reflects the outcomes of the research

ng an explanation of their significance. The conclusions should

. Whilst a definite view should be put

forward, limitations of the study and any further work considered necessary should be identified if

should be addressed.

websites. The proper listing of references

es the ethics of the researcher. If the student fails to include any source, used in his/her

Details about how to write



References are the backbone of the thesis. All sources that have been used in the

referenced. It is important to identify the contributions of others and this will avoid the risk of plagiarism.

The AMAIUB uses APA format.

The APA format

• List of works cited should begin at the end of the paper on a new page with the

Bibliography

• Alphabetize the entries in your list by the author's last name, using the letter

(ignore spaces and other punctuation.) Only the initials o

If the author's name is unknown, alphabetize by the title, ignoring any A, An, or The.

• For dates, spell out the names of months in the text of your paper, but abbreviate them in the

list of works cited, except for

1999) or the month-day

style, be sure to add a comma after the year unless another punctuation mark goes there.

• All APA citations should use hanging indents, that is, the first line of an entry should be flush left,

and the second and subsequent lines should be indented 1/2".

• The APA guidelines specify using sentence

so you should capitalize only the first word of a title and subtitle. The exceptions to this rule

would be periodical titles and proper names in a title which should still be capitalized. The

periodical title is run in title case, and is followed b

also italicized.

• If there is more than one author,

there are more than six authors, list only

• Place the date of publication in parentheses immediately after the name of the author. Place a

period after the closing parenthesis. Do not italicize, underline, or put quotes around the titles of

shorter works within longer works.

Examples:

Books: Author's last name, first initial. (Publication date).Book title.

publication: Publishing company.

Allen, T. (1974). Vanishing wildlife of North America. Washington, D.C.: National Geographic Society.

Boorst in, D. (1992). The creators: A history of the heroes of the imagination. New York: Random House.



are the backbone of the thesis. All sources that have been used in the


rks cited should begin at the end of the paper on a new page with the

Alphabetize the entries in your list by the author's last name, using the letter

(ignore spaces and other punctuation.) Only the initials of the first and middle names are given.


For dates, spell out the names of months in the text of your paper, but abbreviate them in the

list of works cited, except for May, June, and July. Use either the day-month

day-year style (July 22, 1999) and be consistent. With the month


APA citations should use hanging indents, that is, the first line of an entry should be flush left,

and the second and subsequent lines should be indented 1/2".

The APA guidelines specify using sentence-style capitalization for the titles of books or ar



periodical title is run in title case, and is followed by the volume number which, with the title, is

If there is more than one author, use an ampersand (&) before the name of the last author. If

there are more than six authors, list only the first six authors and use et al. for the rest.

lace the date of publication in parentheses immediately after the name of the author. Place a


shorter works within longer works.

s last name, first initial. (Publication date).Book title. Additional information. City of

Vanishing wildlife of North America. Washington, D.C.: National Geographic Society.

ators: A history of the heroes of the imagination. New York: Random House.

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are the backbone of the thesis. All sources that have been used in the research must be


rks cited should begin at the end of the paper on a new page with the centred title,

Alphabetize the entries in your list by the author's last name, using the letter-by-letter system

f the first and middle names are given.


For dates, spell out the names of months in the text of your paper, but abbreviate them in the

month-year style (22 July

year style (July 22, 1999) and be consistent. With the month-day-year


APA citations should use hanging indents, that is, the first line of an entry should be flush left,

style capitalization for the titles of books or articles,



y the volume number which, with the title, is

use an ampersand (&) before the name of the last author. If

and use et al. for the rest.

lace the date of publication in parentheses immediately after the name of the author. Place a


Additional information. City of

Vanishing wildlife of North America. Washington, D.C.: National Geographic Society.

ators: A history of the heroes of the imagination. New York: Random House.



Nicol, A. M., & Pexman, P. M. (1999).

Washington, DC: American Psychological Association.

Encyclopedia& Dictionary: Author's last name, first initial. (Date).Title of Article.

(Volume, pages). City of publication: Publishing

Bergmann, P. G. (1993). Relativity.

Encyclopaedia Britannica.

Merriam-Webster's collegiate dictionary (10th ed.). (1993). Springfield, MA: Merriam

Pettingill, O. S., Jr. (1980). Falcon and Falconry.

Book.

Tobias, R. (1991). Thurber, James.

Publishing.

Journal, Magazine & Newspaper Articles

Periodical title, volume number(issue number if available), in

Note: Do not enclose the title in quotation marks. Put a period after the title. If a periodical includes a

volume number, italicize it and then give the page range (in regular type) without "pp." If the periodical does

not use volume numbers, as in newspapers, use p. or pp. for page numbers.

Note: Unlike other periodicals, p. or pp. precedes page numbers for a newspaper reference in APA style.

Journal

Harlow, H. F. (1983). Fundamentals for preparing psychology journal articles.

Physiological Psychology, 55, 893-896.

Magazine

Henry, W. A., III. (1990, April 9). Making the grade in today's schools.

Newspaper

Kalette, D. (1986, July 21). California town counts town to big quake. USA Today, 9, p. A

Kanfer, S. (1986, July 21). Heard any good books lately? Time, 113, 71

Trillin, C. (1993, February 15). Culture shopping.



Pexman, P. M. (1999). Presenting your findings: A practical guide for creating tables.

Washington, DC: American Psychological Association.

Author's last name, first initial. (Date).Title of Article.

f publication: Publishing company.

In The new encyclopaedia Britannica (Vol. 26, pp. 501

Webster's collegiate dictionary (10th ed.). (1993). Springfield, MA: Merriam

Pettingill, O. S., Jr. (1980). Falcon and Falconry. World book encyclopaedia. (pp. 150

James. Encyclopaedia Americana. (p. 600). New York: Scholastic Library

Magazine & Newspaper Articles: Author's last name, first initial. (Publication date).

Periodical title, volume number(issue number if available), inclusive pages.



s, as in newspapers, use p. or pp. for page numbers.


Harlow, H. F. (1983). Fundamentals for preparing psychology journal articles. Journal of

896.

Henry, W. A., III. (1990, April 9). Making the grade in today's schools. Time, 135, 28-31.

Kalette, D. (1986, July 21). California town counts town to big quake. USA Today, 9, p. A

Kanfer, S. (1986, July 21). Heard any good books lately? Time, 113, 71-72.

Trillin, C. (1993, February 15). Culture shopping. New Yorker, pp. 48-51.

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Presenting your findings: A practical guide for creating tables.

Author's last name, first initial. (Date).Title of Article. Title of Encyclopaedia

(Vol. 26, pp. 501-508). Chicago:

Webster's collegiate dictionary (10th ed.). (1993). Springfield, MA: Merriam-Webster.

. (pp. 150-155). Chicago: World

. (p. 600). New York: Scholastic Library

Author's last name, first initial. (Publication date). Article title.




Journal of Comparative and

31.

Kalette, D. (1986, July 21). California town counts town to big quake. USA Today, 9, p. A1.



Website or Webpage:

Online periodical:

Author's name. (Date of publication). Title of article.

day, year, from full URL

Online document:

Author's name. (Date of publication). Title of work. Retrieved month day, year, from full URL

Note: When citing Internet sources, refer to the specific website documen

"n.d." (for no date) immediately after the document title. Break a lengthy URL that goes to another line after

a slash or before a period. Continually check your references to online documents. There is no period

following a URL.

Note: If you cannot find some of this information, cite what is available.

Devitt, T. (2001, August 2). Lightning injures four at music festival. The Why? Files. Retrieved January 23,

2002, from http://whyfiles.org/137lightning/index.html

Dove, R. (1998).Lady freedom among us.

Alderman Library, University of Virginia website:

Note: If a document is contained within a large and complex website (such as that for a university or a

government agency), identify the host organization and the relevant program or department before giving

the URL for the document itself. Precede the URL with

Fredrickson, B. L. (2000, March 7). Cultivating positive emotions to optimize health and well

Prevention & Treatment, 3, Article 0001a. Retrieved November 20, 2000, from

http://journals.apa.org/prevention/volume3/pre0030001a.html

GVU's 8th WWW user survey.

http://www.cc.gatech.edu/gvu/usersurveys/survey1997

Health Canada.(2002, February).The safety of genetically modified food crops. Retrieved March 22, 2005,

from http://www.hc-

Hilts, P. J. (1999, February 16). In forecasting their emotions, most people flunk out. New York Times.

Retrieved November 21, 2000, from http://www.nytimes.com



Author's name. (Date of publication). Title of article. Title of Periodical, volume number, Retrieved month


Note: When citing Internet sources, refer to the specific website document. If a document is undated, use



Note: If you cannot find some of this information, cite what is available.


2002, from http://whyfiles.org/137lightning/index.html

(1998).Lady freedom among us. The Electronic Text Center. Retrieved June 19, 1998, from

Alderman Library, University of Virginia website: http://etext.lib.virginia.edu/subjects/afam.html

If a document is contained within a large and complex website (such as that for a university or a


the URL for the document itself. Precede the URL with a colon.

Fredrickson, B. L. (2000, March 7). Cultivating positive emotions to optimize health and well


http://journals.apa.org/prevention/volume3/pre0030001a.html

WWW user survey. (n.d.). Retrieved August 8, 2000, from

http://www.cc.gatech.edu/gvu/usersurveys/survey1997-10/



Retrieved November 21, 2000, from http://www.nytimes.com

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of Periodical, volume number, Retrieved month


t. If a document is undated, use




The Electronic Text Center. Retrieved June 19, 1998, from

http://etext.lib.virginia.edu/subjects/afam.html

If a document is contained within a large and complex website (such as that for a university or a


Fredrickson, B. L. (2000, March 7). Cultivating positive emotions to optimize health and well-being.


(n.d.). Retrieved August 8, 2000, from





L. Appendices

All supported documents and forms should be included. Each appendix s

page, designated in sequence as Appendix A, Appendix B etc., listed in the table of contents and referenced

within the main text. References should be provided for some appendices, which include data and published

information.

M. Anti-plagiarism and academic dishonesty

The AMAIUB runs plagiarism checking of the research thesis to avoid violation of the university rules

for plagiarism .The threshold for similarity index for all submitted manuscript is 20%. Violation of these anti

plagiarism guidelines will be met with corresponding sanctions based on established penalties in the student

handbook and faculty manual.

4. Format of Writing

The student should follow the following rules

- Paper

Use white letter-size paper (8 ½ x 11 in). Orientation should be portrait style (can be read

lengthwise). Text and figures are placed on only one side of the paper. The other side should be left blank.

-Language

The official language to be u

objective, expository English. Idioms, slang, subjective words and phrases, metaphors and undefined

acronyms are not acceptable. All sentences must be complete with

-Type Specifications

All submitted drafts of a thesis

typewritten. Under no circumstances shall a hand

Font should be Arial with twelve-point size for the text. Text color is black. Typing should

clean and uniform.

-Margins

For the first page of any chapter, the left, top and bottom margins should be



All supported documents and forms should be included. Each appendix s



plagiarism and academic dishonesty

plagiarism checking of the research thesis to avoid violation of the university rules

The threshold for similarity index for all submitted manuscript is 20%. Violation of these anti

agiarism guidelines will be met with corresponding sanctions based on established penalties in the student

The student should follow the following rules in writing his/her thesis/dissertation/capstone

size paper (8 ½ x 11 in). Orientation should be portrait style (can be read


The official language to be used in writing a thesis/dissertation/capstone


acronyms are not acceptable. All sentences must be complete with acceptable grammar and c

All submitted drafts of a thesis, dissertation and other related official documents must be

Under no circumstances shall a hand-written draft and/or form be accepted for

point size for the text. Text color is black. Typing should

For the first page of any chapter, the left, top and bottom margins should be

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All supported documents and forms should be included. Each appendix should be on a separate



plagiarism checking of the research thesis to avoid violation of the university rules

The threshold for similarity index for all submitted manuscript is 20%. Violation of these anti-

agiarism guidelines will be met with corresponding sanctions based on established penalties in the student

thesis/dissertation/capstone [6]:

size paper (8 ½ x 11 in). Orientation should be portrait style (can be read


thesis/dissertation/capstone is English. Use only


acceptable grammar and correct spelling.

and other related official documents must be

written draft and/or form be accepted for submission.

point size for the text. Text color is black. Typing should always be neat,

For the first page of any chapter, the left, top and bottom margins should be40mm wide.



For the rest of the pages, the left margin should

be 25mm.

The right margin is 25mm for all pages. Make sure text i

space indention for every paragraph.

Margin specifications are meant to facilitate binding and trimm

footnotes, illustrations, etc), including page numbers must be

-Spacing

The body of the thesis/dissertation/capstone

however, should be single-spaced:

- abstract

- footnotes

- quotations longer than three lines

- references and bibliography (except between entries)

- headings or subheadings

- multi-line captions of tables, figures, illustrations, etc.

For good visual effect, use multi-spacing for the ap

-Pagination

Pages should be numbered consecutively throughout the thesis

figures, tables, appendices and bibliography. Page 1 begins with the first page of the first

numbers are not to be enclosed by parentheses, hyphens or other decorative devices. Preliminary pages

preceding the first chapter are numbered using small roman numerals (i, ii, iii, etc). The title page should not

be numbered although it is counted as page i. Page n

page.

- Binding

After the student/s successfully defended the thesis

revisions, obtained all necessary signatures the manuscript must be phot

Undergraduate students must obtain at

the school library, one for the respective college

the foot of the thesis spine, using a 24



For the rest of the pages, the left margin should be 40mm and the top and

The right margin is 25mm for all pages. Make sure text is always justified on both

space indention for every paragraph.

Margin specifications are meant to facilitate binding and trimming. All information

footnotes, illustrations, etc), including page numbers must be within the text area.

thesis/dissertation/capstone should be typed double

quotations longer than three lines

references and bibliography (except between entries)

line captions of tables, figures, illustrations, etc.

spacing for the approval sheet and title page.

Pages should be numbered consecutively throughout the thesis/dissertation

figures, tables, appendices and bibliography. Page 1 begins with the first page of the first

not to be enclosed by parentheses, hyphens or other decorative devices. Preliminary pages


be numbered although it is counted as page i. Page numbers are placed at the center of the bottom of each

After the student/s successfully defended the thesis/dissertation, integrated all recommendations and

revisions, obtained all necessary signatures the manuscript must be photocopied an

graduate students must obtain at least three hardbound copies of their approved thesis: one copy for

for the respective colleges. The following should be lettered in gold from the head to

using a 24-point font: proponent/s; degree for which the work is submitted; and

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be 40mm and the top and bottom margins should

s always justified on both sides. Use a five-

ing. All information(text headings,

within the text area.

should be typed double-spaced. The following,

/dissertation, including pages of

figures, tables, appendices and bibliography. Page 1 begins with the first page of the first chapter. Page

not to be enclosed by parentheses, hyphens or other decorative devices. Preliminary pages


umbers are placed at the center of the bottom of each

, integrated all recommendations and

ocopied and hard bounded.

hardbound copies of their approved thesis: one copy for

The following should be lettered in gold from the head to

point font: proponent/s; degree for which the work is submitted; and



year of submission. The following particulars should be provided on the thesis cover, using 18

block font: title of thesis; proponent/s; degree; name of schoo

cover is very similar to that of the title page.

Postgraduate students must obtain at least three hardbound copies of their approved thesis: one copy

for the school library, one for the national libr

thesis for all MBA programmes should be blue.

After the approved copy of the thesis has been forwarded to the authorized printery for

and binding, the student submits the official receipt t

collect from the printer the final copies of the thesis and

-CD Label

For capstone project or design project, the CD case cover follows the format

hardbound copy.

-Writing Conventions

Numbers

Spell out all numbers less than ten unless they are attached to units of measurement(e.g. 5kg, 10ml).

Use figures for 10 or numbers more than 10. If a sentence begins with a

even if it is more than 10.If a series of figures is to be used, use numerals regardless of the value; example:

- In the room were 4 chairs, 12 boxes, 13 books, 10 files, 9 umbrellas and 8

- The number of computer units bought during the last five years was 8, 53,

Units of Measure

Whenever applicable, use SI units of measurement

abbreviations for units of measure, and do not put a period after them. For

hectares (2.5ha); 3.7 metric ton (3.7mt) 80

- Direct Quotations

Quotations must be copied accurately, word for word, and they must be placed in

unless they have been formally set off from the rest of the text.



The following particulars should be provided on the thesis cover, using 18

block font: title of thesis; proponent/s; degree; name of school; and year of submission.

cover is very similar to that of the title page.


for the school library, one for the national library and one for the dean office. The cover colour of the bound

thesis for all MBA programmes should be blue.

After the approved copy of the thesis has been forwarded to the authorized printery for

and binding, the student submits the official receipt to the thesis adviser. It is the duty of the adviser to

collect from the printer the final copies of the thesis and forwards them to the library and the college dean.

For capstone project or design project, the CD case cover follows the format


Use figures for 10 or numbers more than 10. If a sentence begins with a number, write the number in words


In the room were 4 chairs, 12 boxes, 13 books, 10 files, 9 umbrellas and 8 pairs of shoes.

nits bought during the last five years was 8, 53, 27, 38, 52 and 9.

use SI units of measurement. Always use internationally

abbreviations for units of measure, and do not put a period after them. For example: 20

hectares (2.5ha); 3.7 metric ton (3.7mt) 80 kilometres per hour (80kph).

Quotations must be copied accurately, word for word, and they must be placed in

et off from the rest of the text. Direct quotations must be minimized at all

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The following particulars should be provided on the thesis cover, using 18-point gold

l; and year of submission. The layout of the


. The cover colour of the bound

After the approved copy of the thesis has been forwarded to the authorized printery for reproduction

the duty of the adviser to

forwards them to the library and the college dean.

For capstone project or design project, the CD case cover follows the format of the Title Page on the


rite the number in words


pairs of shoes.

27, 38, 52 and 9.

. Always use internationally recognized

ple: 20 millilitres (20ml); 2.5

Quotations must be copied accurately, word for word, and they must be placed in quotation marks

Direct quotations must be minimized at all



costs, except in some fields such as literature.

the reader. Students must learn to synthesize and paraphrase concep

-Footnotes

Footnotes should be used sparingly regardless of the field of study. It is recommended that citations

be used instead of footnotes. Extensive footnoting tends to distract the reader from the main argument of

the text. In cases where footnotes are necessary, the indicators used are superscript. The numbering of

footnotes should begin with 1 and must be continuous throughout the whole text.

-Citation

References must be cited properly, both in the text as well

thesis. Below is an example of how a citation should be done:

1991).

-Grammatical Tenses

As a rule of thumb, use the present tense when referring to previously published

tense when referring to present results of the study. In a thesis, it is normal to go back and forth between

present and past tenses. Most of the abstract should be in the past tense because present results are being

described. On the other hand, the introduction, discussion and conclusion should be in the present tense

because these chapters usually refer to previously published works.

5. Assessment

The thesis/dissertation/capstone

one of whom will be the supervisor

specialization of the topic being presented

independently; they both assign a grade to the t

strengths and weaknesses of the study.

5.1 Defense Guidelines

Final Projects, Capstone, Research Projects, Practicum (Bachelor) and Thesis (Master) defense and

oral presentations have to be scheduled d



costs, except in some fields such as literature. Extensive use of direct quotations can be quite irritating for

learn to synthesize and paraphrase concepts in their own words and style.



he text. In cases where footnotes are necessary, the indicators used are superscript. The numbering of

footnotes should begin with 1 and must be continuous throughout the whole text.

References must be cited properly, both in the text as well as in the reference list at the end of the

thesis. Below is an example of how a citation should be done: Sedili plantation areas (James Thomson,

As a rule of thumb, use the present tense when referring to previously published



her hand, the introduction, discussion and conclusion should be in the present tense

because these chapters usually refer to previously published works.

thesis/dissertation/capstone will be assessed internally in AMAIUB by two members of

one of whom will be the supervisor and one external member all of whom shall belong to the same

specialization of the topic being presented. Each examiner evaluates the thesis/dissertation/capstone

sign a grade to the thesis and prepare a short report that highlights the

strengths and weaknesses of the study.


be scheduled during faculty members’ Administrative hours.

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Extensive use of direct quotations can be quite irritating for

ts in their own words and style.



he text. In cases where footnotes are necessary, the indicators used are superscript. The numbering of

as in the reference list at the end of the

Sedili plantation areas (James Thomson,

As a rule of thumb, use the present tense when referring to previously published work and the past



her hand, the introduction, discussion and conclusion should be in the present tense

will be assessed internally in AMAIUB by two members of faculty,

and one external member all of whom shall belong to the same

thesis/dissertation/capstone

short report that highlights the


hours.



Thesis Oral Defense form should be filled (Appendix C).

The Thesis/DESPRO Adviser must ensure that a Thesis or Design Project is complete before including it in the

schedule of defense. Complete means that:

- Edited and printed final draft of manuscript

- Software is available and running.

- Prototype is available and working/functioning.

The schedule must be submitted to the Dean for approval. The students will be advised of their defense

schedule no less than 2 weeks before the date of defense. The approved list must be posted in strategic area

in the campus

5.2 Defense Panel Composition

A. Undergraduate Defense

1. The capstone defense panel shall be composed of two (2) internal panel

whose specializations fall within the topic of the student;

2. The panel shall be a Master Degree holder or have an equivalent work experience of three (3) years

in related fields.

B. Graduate Defense

1. The thesis defense panel shall be composed of two (


2. The panel shall be PhD degree holders.

5.3 Grading System

Preliminary Period Chapter 1 (Introduction), Chapter 2 (Review of Related

(Materials and Methods)

Midterms Period Chapter 4 (Results and Discussion) and Chapter 5 (Conclusion and Recommendations)

Final Period Oral Defense



e form should be filled (Appendix C).


schedule of defense. Complete means that:

Edited and printed final draft of manuscript

Prototype is available and working/functioning.


an 2 weeks before the date of defense. The approved list must be posted in strategic area

he capstone defense panel shall be composed of two (2) internal panels and one (1) external pan


The panel shall be a Master Degree holder or have an equivalent work experience of three (3) years

1. The thesis defense panel shall be composed of two (2) internal panels and one (1) external panel


2. The panel shall be PhD degree holders.

Chapter 1 (Introduction), Chapter 2 (Review of Related Literature and

Chapter 4 (Results and Discussion) and Chapter 5 (Conclusion and Recommendations)

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an 2 weeks before the date of defense. The approved list must be posted in strategic area

and one (1) external panel

The panel shall be a Master Degree holder or have an equivalent work experience of three (3) years

and one (1) external panel

Literature and Chapter 3

Chapter 4 (Results and Discussion) and Chapter 5 (Conclusion and Recommendations)



Oral Defense for MBA thesis project will be graded as follows

1. Application of Concepts and Theories

2. Literature Review and References

3. Results and Discussion, and Over

4. ORAL PRESENTATION

For Undergraduate Capstone project COE

1. Project assessment

2. Technical Report

3. Oral Presentation

For Undergraduate Capstone project CCS

1. Final Paper

2. Prototype/ Software


For Undergraduate Capstone project BSIS

1. Application of concepts Theory

2. Literature Review and References

3. Result and Discussion


For Undergraduate Capstone project BSBI (Appendix I):

1. Final Paper

2. Prototype/ Software


4. Collaborative Work



efense for MBA thesis project will be graded as follows (Appendix E):

Concepts and Theories 10%

Literature Review and References 20%

3. Results and Discussion, and Over-all substance 20%

50%

100%

For Undergraduate Capstone project COE (Appendix F):

Project assessment 55%

Technical Report 25%

Oral Presentation 20%

100%

For Undergraduate Capstone project CCS (Appendix G):

30%

35%

35%

100%

For Undergraduate Capstone project BSIS (Appendix H):

Application of concepts Theory 10%

terature Review and References 20%

20%

50%

100%

For Undergraduate Capstone project BSBI (Appendix I):

40%

40%

10%

10%

100%

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6. The Supervisory Process

The supervision of graduate’s thesis by experts/specialist faculty members aims to provide an

environment which is both supportive, stimulating and enables students to learn the esse

of thesis/research for the purpose of producing thesis/research of high quality and significance. Moreover, it

should help students to successfully navigate the journey from problem definition up to thesis completion.

For the supervision to be successful, it requires recognition of shared responsibility between the

student and the supervisor. It demands high professionalism and open communications, and being tolerant

and understanding.

6.1 Selection of Supervisor

AMAIUB will provide students with a supervisor, based on the area of research specialism the

supervisor has in relation to the research topic.

and projects available in colleges, which will be posted on the college websit

Once each student is allocated a supervisor it is expected that the student will work with that supervisor

until the completion of the thesis.

6.2 Supervisors Qualification

Any Faculty member who is a

student supervisor. The Faculty member

In addition to the PhD certificate, o

certificates may be approved to serve

least one co-supervisor must meet the

6.3 Withdrawal of a supervisor

If a student's supervisor resigned from

supervisor may, with the permission of the

a full-time member of the college must be appointed. If the supervisor is unable to continue, every effort

should be made by the college to secure a new supervisor for the student.




environment which is both supportive, stimulating and enables students to learn the esse



n to be successful, it requires recognition of shared responsibility between the


udents with a supervisor, based on the area of research specialism the

ion to the research topic. AMAIUB will inform students about research opportunities

and projects available in colleges, which will be posted on the college website under each supervisor’s name.


Any Faculty member who is a full time member of the AMAIUB is eligible to serve as a

Faculty member can be: Full Professor, Associate Professor, and

In addition to the PhD certificate, other appropriately qualified faculties with professional

may be approved to serve as a supervisor. Student can be supervised by

supervisor must meet the aforementioned criteria.

resigned from the University but the thesis is close to completion the

supervisor may, with the permission of the dean of the college, continue. In this case, a co

must be appointed. If the supervisor is unable to continue, every effort

to secure a new supervisor for the student. If the student has a problem with

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environment which is both supportive, stimulating and enables students to learn the essentials components



n to be successful, it requires recognition of shared responsibility between the


udents with a supervisor, based on the area of research specialism the

AMAIUB will inform students about research opportunities

e under each supervisor’s name.


is eligible to serve as a postgraduate

, and Assistant Professor.

faculties with professional

Student can be supervised by two co-supervisors. At

the thesis is close to completion the

, continue. In this case, a co-supervisor who is

must be appointed. If the supervisor is unable to continue, every effort

If the student has a problem with



his/her supervisor, the dean of the college must appoint another supervisor to carry on the supervision

process.

6.4 Processes of Supervision

There are a variety of supervision processes in use, each with their own advantages and

disadvantages. We do not wish to be prescriptive and recommend a particular way but each supervisor and

student will determine which the most appropriate way for them to

be taken into account in discussing which method to adopt

Student’s preferred process of learning, taking account of a need for structure, discipline and

ability to self-motivate.

Supervisor’s experience of the variou

Availability of the supervisor during research period.

6.5 The Roles and Responsibilities of the Supervisor

1. Guide the student in the selection and planning of a meaningful and appropriate research topic that

can be successfully completed within allowable time limit for the graduate programme.

2. Ensure student has understanding of the relevant theories, knowledge, and background literature,

and the methodological and technical skills necessary for the research.

3. Ensure that the research environment is safe, equitable, and free from discrimination.

4. Establish a practice of regular meetings with the student at which all matters relating to the research

project can be discussed.

5. Provide commentary, constructively and within a reaso

written work. This should include:

a. Being reasonably accessible for unscheduled meetings

b. Keeping track of progress and investigating any concerns

6. Alert the student to what they may expect from the supervisor by way

7. Monitor progress according to agreed milestones (and revising same based on issues).

8. Ensure that the student is familiar with the University policy on plagiarism.

9. Encourage student to attend relevant taught modules

10. Assist and encourage the wider professional development of the student by means such as:

a. Participation in seminars and colloquia




ere are a variety of supervision processes in use, each with their own advantages and


student will determine which the most appropriate way for them to work together. Various factors should

which method to adopt:


Supervisor’s experience of the various methods and areas of research.

supervisor during research period.

The Roles and Responsibilities of the Supervisor

Guide the student in the selection and planning of a meaningful and appropriate research topic that

sfully completed within allowable time limit for the graduate programme.

Ensure student has understanding of the relevant theories, knowledge, and background literature,

and the methodological and technical skills necessary for the research.

e research environment is safe, equitable, and free from discrimination.

Establish a practice of regular meetings with the student at which all matters relating to the research

Provide commentary, constructively and within a reasonable timeframe, on the student’s oral and

written work. This should include:

Being reasonably accessible for unscheduled meetings

Keeping track of progress and investigating any concerns

Alert the student to what they may expect from the supervisor by way of a critique of work.

Monitor progress according to agreed milestones (and revising same based on issues).

Ensure that the student is familiar with the University policy on plagiarism.

Encourage student to attend relevant taught modules

age the wider professional development of the student by means such as:

Participation in seminars and colloquia

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ere are a variety of supervision processes in use, each with their own advantages and


work together. Various factors should


Guide the student in the selection and planning of a meaningful and appropriate research topic that

sfully completed within allowable time limit for the graduate programme.

Ensure student has understanding of the relevant theories, knowledge, and background literature,

e research environment is safe, equitable, and free from discrimination.

Establish a practice of regular meetings with the student at which all matters relating to the research

nable timeframe, on the student’s oral and

of a critique of work.

Monitor progress according to agreed milestones (and revising same based on issues).

age the wider professional development of the student by means such as:



b. Attendance and presentation of work at local, regional, and international conferences or

fora.

11. Provide guidance on the preparation of the thesis

12. Complete annual progress report in conjunction with the student in order to monitor the student’s

progress and highlight any unexpected problems which has to be addressed.

13. Assist in the selection thesis panel during the thes


For a successful student-supervisor relationship the student must be familiar and adhere to the

rules, policies, guidelines and procedures in place for the supervision of thesis at t

Hence, every research student will:

1. Liaise with the supervisor in the selection of research topic which can be completed as a thesis and

written up within the prescribed period of study.

2. Agree with the supervisor the basic structure

method, a realistic plan of work, and any additional required study needed for the successful

implementation of the thesis.

3. Work with the supervisor in developing important milestones and timelines such

thesis topic; completing a literature review; achieving intermediate research goals; attending

conferences; publishing paper; analyzing data; and completing drafts of the thesis.

4. Advise the supervisor of progress according to agreed mile

5. Establish a practice of regular meetings with the supervisor at which all matters relating to the

thesis/research project can be discussed.

6. Letting the supervisor know how you can be contacted, when you will be unavoidably absent, and

informing your supervisor of anything significant that may affect your academic progress.

7. Be familiar with the University policy on plagiarism.

8. Complete annual progress report in conjunction with the supervisor in order to monitor progress

and highlight any unexpected

9. Present work in progress, and attend relevant conferences, meetings and workshops.

10. Liaise with the supervisor during preparation of the thesis and oral defense presentation.

11. Maintain records of the thesis in a manner whi

a legitimate right to enquire.



Attendance and presentation of work at local, regional, and international conferences or

Provide guidance on the preparation of the thesis and oral defense presentation.

Complete annual progress report in conjunction with the student in order to monitor the student’s


Assist in the selection thesis panel during the thesis defense of the student.


supervisor relationship the student must be familiar and adhere to the

rules, policies, guidelines and procedures in place for the supervision of thesis at the graduate programme.

Liaise with the supervisor in the selection of research topic which can be completed as a thesis and

written up within the prescribed period of study.

Agree with the supervisor the basic structure of thesis/research project, an appropriate research


implementation of the thesis.

Work with the supervisor in developing important milestones and timelines such



Advise the supervisor of progress according to agreed milestones.

Establish a practice of regular meetings with the supervisor at which all matters relating to the

thesis/research project can be discussed.

Letting the supervisor know how you can be contacted, when you will be unavoidably absent, and

r supervisor of anything significant that may affect your academic progress.

Be familiar with the University policy on plagiarism.

Complete annual progress report in conjunction with the supervisor in order to monitor progress

and highlight any unexpected problems which has to be addressed.

Present work in progress, and attend relevant conferences, meetings and workshops.

Liaise with the supervisor during preparation of the thesis and oral defense presentation.

Maintain records of the thesis in a manner which can be accessed and understood by anyone with

a legitimate right to enquire.

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Attendance and presentation of work at local, regional, and international conferences or

and oral defense presentation.

Complete annual progress report in conjunction with the student in order to monitor the student’s


supervisor relationship the student must be familiar and adhere to the

he graduate programme.

Liaise with the supervisor in the selection of research topic which can be completed as a thesis and

of thesis/research project, an appropriate research


Work with the supervisor in developing important milestones and timelines such as: establishing a



Establish a practice of regular meetings with the supervisor at which all matters relating to the

Letting the supervisor know how you can be contacted, when you will be unavoidably absent, and

r supervisor of anything significant that may affect your academic progress.

Complete annual progress report in conjunction with the supervisor in order to monitor progress

Present work in progress, and attend relevant conferences, meetings and workshops.

Liaise with the supervisor during preparation of the thesis and oral defense presentation.

ch can be accessed and understood by anyone with



6.7 Level of Supervision

One of the main responsibilities

of the thesis/dissertation/capstone (Appendix D

done by the student. If the level of the progress is

recommendations or ask for help from advising thesis committee.

6.8 Conduct of Meeting and Supervision

1. The supervisor will conduct

minutes each, or equivalent, in order to hear and give advice on reports of the student’s progress

and to answer reasonable questions for which 48 h

respond to students’ questions within 5 working days. If the supervisor is unable to give an answer

to a question, she/he will contact the student with the answer no more than five workings days after

the meeting. Meetings records are shown in Appendix

2. The supervisor should attend all pre

attendance, giving the student a series of alternative dates for the meeting.

3. The supervisor will be fully prep

questions submitted by the student and giving the best advice to assist the students to achieve their

goals.

4. The supervisor will/ or will not interfere in the direction o

5. The supervisor may look at outlines of work and will read drafts.

6. Students will not expect supervisors to correct grammar but some supervisors may do so.

6.9 Managing your Research Process

Time management. Each project is unique, and it will be u

supervisors to decide when and how to best utilize the time available to push the project forward

(Appendix E).

The project does not work.

make projects work, the nature of research is such that it requires patience, perseverance, critical

thinking, and on many occasions, a change in direction. Thoroughness, attention to detail, and

comprehensive notes are crucial when reporting the progress of a projec



responsibilities of the supervisor is to prepare student progress monitoring

(Appendix D). This report identifies the level of the thesis progress that is

If the level of the progress is not satisfied the supervisor

recommendations or ask for help from advising thesis committee.

Supervision

The supervisor will conduct the required number of meetings (e.g. 2 per week) lasting about 3


and to answer reasonable questions for which 48 hours’ notice has been given. Supervisors will



records are shown in Appendix E.

The supervisor should attend all pre-arranged meetings or provide at least 24 hours’ notice of non

attendance, giving the student a series of alternative dates for the meeting.

The supervisor will be fully prepared for all meetings, having considered answers to all reasonable


The supervisor will/ or will not interfere in the direction or objectives of the thesis

The supervisor may look at outlines of work and will read drafts.

Students will not expect supervisors to correct grammar but some supervisors may do so.

rocess

Each project is unique, and it will be up to students


The project does not work. Although projects are generally well conceived, and it is people that

ts work, the nature of research is such that it requires patience, perseverance, critical


comprehensive notes are crucial when reporting the progress of a project.

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student progress monitoring report

his report identifies the level of the thesis progress that is

the supervisor must suggest some

per week) lasting about 30


ours’ notice has been given. Supervisors will



arranged meetings or provide at least 24 hours’ notice of non-

ared for all meetings, having considered answers to all reasonable


thesis.

Students will not expect supervisors to correct grammar but some supervisors may do so.

p to students themselves and their


Although projects are generally well conceived, and it is people that

ts work, the nature of research is such that it requires patience, perseverance, critical




When postgraduate student reports failures or problems, he/she makes sure that he/she has all

details at hand. The postgraduate student has to be inclusive in his/her assessment. Then ask

questions. Supervisors usually have sufficient experience to det

to lead undergraduate student in the right direction when the student is able to provide all the

necessary details. They also have enough experience to know when to change directions.

If the student faces problem to f

information elsewhere, such as other local universities in Bahrain or international universities, some

government agencies, such as Environmental Affairs in Bahrain, Ministry of Education,

Culture, etc., and/or industries companies in Bahrain that offer services for students during the

academic year, such as BAPCO, ALBA, etc.

If there are any difficulties with the supervision process, an attempt to address them should first be

made by the supervisor and student. However, if this does not prove successful or if the nature of

the problem makes this approach unsuitable then the

as possible. The concerns will be discussed and action taken

difficulties experienced by either student or supervisor.

Postgraduate students will not be able to exchange supervisors just to meet personal preferences.

Crucial matter must be cleared, the numbers of students, topic ar

expertise all have to be balanced carefully and this means that supervisors cannot be based upon

student choice.

7. Research Ethics

Ethics is of great importance to

defined research. In addition, research ethics educates and monitors scientists conducting research to

ensure a high ethical standard. To help researchers address the issue of ethics, AMAIUB has produced a

policy and set of procedures that apply t

the university. This policy and the associated procedures therefore apply to all students who are researching

for the purposes of completing their capstone courses or postgraduate thesis

decides to change his/her research project, it is his/her responsibility to ensure research ethics of the new

research. This will be assessed as before. The student should discuss the issue with his/her supervisor.



graduate student reports failures or problems, he/she makes sure that he/she has all

graduate student has to be inclusive in his/her assessment. Then ask

questions. Supervisors usually have sufficient experience to detect errors in procedures and are able



If the student faces problem to find information at AMAIUB, there will be an opportunity to find the


government agencies, such as Environmental Affairs in Bahrain, Ministry of Education,


academic year, such as BAPCO, ALBA, etc.



the problem makes this approach unsuitable then the Programme Head should be contacted as soon

as possible. The concerns will be discussed and action taken as appropriate. This applies to

difficulties experienced by either student or supervisor.

graduate students will not be able to exchange supervisors just to meet personal preferences.

Crucial matter must be cleared, the numbers of students, topic areas, faculty availability and


Ethics is of great importance to science and provides guidelines for the responsible conduct



policy and set of procedures that apply to all research activity being undertaken by faculty and students of


ses of completing their capstone courses or postgraduate thesis. If a



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graduate student reports failures or problems, he/she makes sure that he/she has all

graduate student has to be inclusive in his/her assessment. Then ask

ect errors in procedures and are able



ind information at AMAIUB, there will be an opportunity to find the


government agencies, such as Environmental Affairs in Bahrain, Ministry of Education, Ministry of




should be contacted as soon

as appropriate. This applies to

graduate students will not be able to exchange supervisors just to meet personal preferences.

eas, faculty availability and


and provides guidelines for the responsible conduct of well-



o all research activity being undertaken by faculty and students of


If a postgraduate student





7.1 Anti-plagiarism Checking

AMAIUB uses a proper detection anti

system has access to many sources worldwide (

plagiarism checking will need work to be submitted electronically

copy). Your supervisor will advise you for submitting your work

In order to strengthen the intellectual ethics and the anti

following are implemented:

a- Any thesis defense (Master

with an anti-plagiarism rep

b- The anti-plagiarism report as mentioned in

8. Library

8.1 The Importance of the Library

Access to up-to-date information is very important in research. Information is becoming more

readily accessible, but at the same time the quantity of information is growing exponenti

the traditional sources of books and journals, scientific and technical information is now available from a

large number of international databases, electronic journals, and a bewildering array of Internet resources.

The AMAIUB Library can help students with all the information they need. The Library is located in

the main building of the AMAIUB. The Library has

information either print or no-print materials. The library can be re

The AMAIUB library provides a range of up

collections of textbooks to cover the requirements of the College's undergraduate courses; journals to

support the College research activities; website access to a range of e

AMAIUB Online Database Resources

Online Database Resources

1. ACM Digital Library

2. ASPP – IEEE

3. IEEE Online Standards

4. EBSCO Online Database:



uses a proper detection anti-plagiarism system to scan work for evidence of plagiarism. This

system has access to many sources worldwide (journals, books, articles, magazines, websites etc.

k to be submitted electronically (soft copy) as well as in paper form

sor will advise you for submitting your work.

In order to strengthen the intellectual ethics and the anti-plagiarism best practices at AMAIUB,

(Master and undergraduate level), final or intermediat

rism report showing a similarity index of 20% or more

plagiarism report as mentioned in (a) should be part of the cited reports as appendix.

date information is very important in research. Information is becoming more

readily accessible, but at the same time the quantity of information is growing exponenti



can help students with all the information they need. The Library is located in

the main building of the AMAIUB. The Library has well trained staffs who can assist them in locating the

print materials. The library can be reached at Tel :( +973) 17787963

The AMAIUB library provides a range of up-to-date information in all fields of sciences. There are


search activities; website access to a range of e-websites for publications, including:

AMAIUB Online Database Resources (http://libresources.amaiu.edu.bh)

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plagiarism system to scan work for evidence of plagiarism. This

journals, books, articles, magazines, websites etc.).The anti-

as well as in paper form (hard

plagiarism best practices at AMAIUB, the

level), final or intermediate will not be scheduled

of 20% or more.

cited reports as appendix.

date information is very important in research. Information is becoming more

readily accessible, but at the same time the quantity of information is growing exponentially. In addition to



can help students with all the information they need. The Library is located in

well trained staffs who can assist them in locating the

Tel :( +973) 17787963.

date information in all fields of sciences. There are


websites for publications, including:



-Academic Search Primer.

-Business Source Primer.

-Regional Business News.

-ERIC (Education Resource Information Center).

5. AIS (Association of Information Society).

AMAIUB LIBRARY SYSTEM (http://libsys.amaiu.edu.bh

Officially enrolled students are required

names and passwords to access the library system and online databases.

How to access the Online Databases:

1. Log in through the assigned user name and password.

2. Select a database

3. Click the search box

4. Search result will be display

5. Refine your result by using the following:

-Full text / what I can access

-Publication Year

-Subscribed Titles / Journals

-Author

6. Read the brief summary of each database to provide you with more helpful tips on how to use the

resources.

7. For any assistance, see any of the library staff.

The AMAIUB library provides a high quality study environment with both personal and collaborative

study facilities, such as, places to read, computers, and I



ERIC (Education Resource Information Center).

. AIS (Association of Information Society).

tp://libsys.amaiu.edu.bh)

Officially enrolled students are required to register through any of the library staff for the user

names and passwords to access the library system and online databases.

How to access the Online Databases:

signed user name and password.

Search result will be display

Refine your result by using the following:

Full text / what I can access

y of each database to provide you with more helpful tips on how to use the

For any assistance, see any of the library staff.


, such as, places to read, computers, and I-pads.

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to register through any of the library staff for the user

y of each database to provide you with more helpful tips on how to use the




9. References

1. Kumar, R. (2012). Specifications of Research Methodology: A Step

Edition. UK: Sage Publication Ltd

2. Kothari, C.R. (2013). Research Methodology

Limited.

3. Johnson, R. (2004). Theory of Science and Research Methodology

Technology.

4. Katz, R. J. (2009). From Research to Manuscript: A Guide to Scientific Writing

5. Lincoln, Y.S. and Guba, E.G. (2002).

confluences”, in Denzin, N.K. and Lincoln, Y.S. (

163-88. London: Sage Publications.

6. Allison, D. S. (2009). The Man

Education Partnerships, unpublished DBA Thesis. UK:

7. Cavana, R.Y., Delahaye, B.L.

Quantitative Methods, Wiley.

8. AMA Guidelines for Thesis Writing, GL



Specifications of Research Methodology: A Step-By-Step Guide

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From Research to Manuscript: A Guide to Scientific Writing, 2

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10. Appendices

Appendix A: AMAIUB UNDERGRADUATE

AND POSTGRADUATE RESEARCH CERTIFICATION

Dissertation/Thesis Title: ____________________________

Supervisor Name: _____________________

Student Name: ____________________________________

1. I confirm that the work in this Research Project is original, that there is no

conflict of interest and that it has been carried out by me.

2. I confirm that all secondary material has been p

referenced in this thesis.

Name: ____________________________________

Signed: ___________________________________

Date: _____________________________________



Appendix A: AMAIUB UNDERGRADUATE


____________________________

__________________________________

____________________________________

I confirm that the work in this Research Project is original, that there is no

conflict of interest and that it has been carried out by me.

I confirm that all secondary material has been properly acknowledged by me and

Name: ____________________________________

Signed: ___________________________________

_____________________________________

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I confirm that the work in this Research Project is original, that there is no

roperly acknowledged by me and



This thesis entitled, “_____________

examination.

Approved by the Panel of Oral Examination

----------------------------------

Panel Member

Accepted and approved in partial



Appendix B: Approval Sheet

_____________”,prepared by ___________ is hereby recommended for oral

--------------------------------------

Thesis Adviser

Examination with a grade of ____________

----------------------------------

Panel Member

----------------------------------

External Member

Final Approval

Accepted and approved in partial fulfilment of the requirements of for the degree,

_______________________

________________________

Dean, College of _____________

_______________________

VP, Academic Affairs

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is hereby recommended for oral

--------------------------------------

Thesis Adviser

----------------------------------

Panel Member

of the requirements of for the degree,



Appendix C: THESIS ORAL DEFENSE APPLICATION FORM


College/Department:

THESIS ORAL DEFENSE APPLICATION FORM

THE DEAN This is to certify that Mr. / Ms. a candidate for the degree had satisfactorily completed the thesis / project entitled: under my / our supervision and is now ready to defend it. ____________________________ Signature over Printed Name of Thesis Writing Professor

Thesis Proposal Verification

Date of Enrollment

Approved Title

Remarks (if any)

Schedule of Oral Examination Date

Panel Members

Recommending Approval

Thesis Writing Adviser

Programme/ Department Head

Associate Dean





Doc. No.

Issue No.

Revision No.

Date of Effectivity


, major in

the thesis / project entitled:

under my / our supervision and is now ready to defend it. ____________________________

Signature over Printed Name of Thesis Writing Adviser Thesis Writing Professor

THESIS ORAL DEFENSE APPROVAL

Thesis Proposal Verification Thesis Writing Verification

Date of Enrolment

Approved Title

Remarks (if any)

te Day Time

Recommending Approval Approved by

Dean

VP of Academic Affairs

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Room

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Appendix D:

Salmabad, Kingdom of Bahrai

College/Department:

RESEARCH PROGRESS MONITORING REPORT

Program

Proponent(s)/Student(s)

Title

Expected Completion Date (Show as per Gantt Chart)

Date

To be accomplished by the Proponent(s)/Student(s)

Completed Chapter(s)/Parts

Chapter / Part in Progress

Difficulties Encountered

Changes from Previous Plan, if Any

Proponent(s)/Student(s) Note : This progress report form must beprogress of the students. This form must be included as part of the documentation submitted upon completing the thesis/research/project/business plan. This is a quality document. Revision of this document should undergo the standard procedure. The original copy of this document is of the Academic Affairs Department (AAD). The user should secure the latest revision of this document from the AAD office.



: RESEARCH PROGRESS MONITORING REPORT


Doc. No.

Issue No.

Revision No.

Date of Effectivity


Course

ompletion Date (Show as per Gantt Chart)

To be accomplished by the Proponent(s)/Student(s) To be accomplished by the Professor

Comments and/or Suggestions




Proponent(s)/Student(s) Professor

Note : This progress report form must be accomplished by the student(s) and professor for monitoring the research progress of the students. This form must be included as part of the documentation submitted upon completing the

ument. Revision of this document should undergo the standard procedure. The original copy of this document is of the Academic Affairs Department (AAD). The user should secure the latest revision of this document from the AAD office.

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accomplished by the student(s) and professor for monitoring the research progress of the students. This form must be included as part of the documentation submitted upon completing the

ument. Revision of this document should undergo the standard procedure. The original copy of this document is filed at the office of the Academic Affairs Department (AAD). The user should secure the latest revision of this document from the AAD office.



Appendix E: SCORE SHEET FOR FINAL DEFENSE FOR MBA THESIS


College/Department:

SCORE SHEET FOR FINAL DEFENSE FOR MBA THESIS

Name of Proponent(s)

Degree

Major

Thesis Title

Supervisor

Criteria

Application of Concepts and Theories-Appropriate business concepts and theories are discussed and correctly applied. Literature Review and References -Sentences are well-written; there are no incorrect word choices and the text is free of errors in grammar, punctuation and spelling. -All sources are correctly and thoroughly documented; appropriate citation forms are utilized throughout.Results and Discussion, and Over-all substance The description, relevance, scope and other elements of the thesis are clear and well-stated. The results are comprehensively discussedOral Presentation -Quality of thesis presentation and ability to defend thesis

Rater Signature over Printed Name:

Date: _______________ Endorsed by:

College Dean Date:-----------------------------------------





Doc. No.

Issue No.

Revision No.

Date of Effectivity


Presentation Date

Place

Time

Weight (%)

Rating Remarks / Suggested Improvements

s and theories are

10%

written; there are no incorrect word choices and the text is free of errors in grammar,

thoroughly documented; appropriate citation forms are utilized throughout.

20%

all substance The description, relevance, scope and other elements of

discussed

20%

Quality of thesis presentation and ability to defend

50%

Totals 100 Recommended for Approval by

_________________________________

Head, Research and Publication

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Remarks / Suggested Improvements

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Appendix F: SCORE SHEET FOR FINAL DEFENSE


College/Department:

SCORE SHEET IN ORAL DEFENSE OF DESIGN PROJECT Academic Year

Name

Student ID No.

Degree

Major

Project Title

Adviser

Criteria

1. Project Assessment a. Literature Survey b. Coverage and use of modern engineering toolsc. Meeting project constraints and standards

(economic, environment, health and safety,)d. Design Experience

2. Technical Report a. Appropriateness of abstract to the projectb. Introduction and background of the studyc. The ability to identify and solve engineering

problems d. Methodology and Techniques e. Results and Discussions f. Conclusions and Recommendationsg. Report Layout

3. Oral Presentation a. The ability to function on multi-disciplinary

teams b. Style/Flow of Presentation c. Confidence about the subject d. The ability to communicate effectively

Total

Summary of Design Project Committee Ratings

Panel

Committee Chair

External Panel

Member

Member

Average



SCORE SHEET FOR FINAL DEFENSE FOR COE CAPSTONE PROJECT


Doc. No.

Issue No.

Revision No.

Date of Effectivity

SCORE SHEET IN ORAL DEFENSE OF DESIGN PROJECT B

Term

Presentation Date

Place

Time

Weight

Coverage and use of modern engineering tools aints and standards

th and safety,)

5%

20%

20%

10%

55%

Appropriateness of abstract to the project Introduction and background of the study The ability to identify and solve engineering

Conclusions and Recommendations

3% 3% 3%

3% 5% 3% 5%

25%

disciplinary

The ability to communicate effectively

5%

5% 5% 5%

20%

100%

Rater Signature over Printed Name

Summary of Design Project Committee Ratings

Percentage Name

%

%

%

%

Average %

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Rating

Signature



Appendix G: SCORE SHEET FOR FINAL DEFENSE FOR CCS THESIS


College/Department:

SCORE SHEET IN ORAL DEFENSE OF

Name

Degree

Major

Thesis Title

Adviser

Criteria

4. Final Paper e. Originality / Inventiveness f. Quality of thesis manuscript

5. Prototype / Software h. Conceptual and Logical Designi. Workability and Application

6. Oral Presentation e. Quality of Thesis Presentationf. Ability to Defend the Thesis

Total

Summary of Thesis Committee Ratings

Panel

Committee Chair

Member

Member

Average



SCORE SHEET FOR FINAL DEFENSE FOR CCS THESIS


Doc. No.

Issue No.

Revision No.

Date of Effectivity

SCORE SHEET IN ORAL DEFENSE OF BSCS THESIS

Presentation Date

Place

Time

Weight

15% 15%

30%

Conceptual and Logical Design Workability and Application

20% 15%

35%

Quality of Thesis Presentation Ability to Defend the Thesis

20% 15%

35%

100%

Rater Signature over Printed Name

mittee Ratings

Percentage Name

%

%

%

Average %

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Rating

Signature



Appendix H: SCORE SHEET FOR FINAL DEFENSE FOR


College/Department:

SCORE SHEET FOR FINAL DEFENSE FOR


Degree

Major

Thesis Title

Supervisor

Criteria

Application of Concepts and Theories-Appropriate business concepts and theories are discussed and correctly applied. Literature Review and References -Sentences are well-written; there are no incorrect wochoices and the text is free of errors in grammar, punctuation and spelling. -All sources are correctly and thoroughly documented; appropriate citation forms are utilized throughout.Results and Discussion, and Over-all substance The description, relevance, scope and other elements of the thesis are clear and well-stated. The results are comprehensively discussedOral Presentation -Quality of thesis presentation and ability to defend thesis


Date: _______________

Endorsed by:

College Dean

Date:-----------------------------------------



SCORE SHEET FOR FINAL DEFENSE FOR BSIS


Doc. No.

Issue No.

Revision No.

Date of Effectivity

SCORE SHEET FOR FINAL DEFENSE FOR BSIS THESIS

Presentation Date

Place

Time

Weight (%)

Rating Remarks / Suggested Improvements

Appropriate business concepts and theories are

10%

written; there are no incorrect word choices and the text is free of errors in grammar,

All sources are correctly and thoroughly documented; appropriate citation forms are utilized throughout.

20%

all substance , relevance, scope and other elements of

The results are comprehensively discussed

20%

Quality of thesis presentation and ability to defend

50%


_________________________________


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Appendix I: SCORE SHEET FOR FINAL DEFENSE FOR


College/Department:

SCORE SHEET FOR FINAL DEFENSE FOR


Degree

Major

Thesis Title

Supervisor

Criteria

Capstone Project Manuscript -

Prototype Software

Oral Presentation

Collaborative Work


Date: _______________

Endorsed by:

College Dean

Date:-----------------------------------------



SCORE SHEET FOR FINAL DEFENSE FOR BSBI CAPSTONE PROJECT


Doc. No.

Issue No.

Revision No.

Date of Effectivity

SCORE SHEET FOR FINAL DEFENSE FOR BSBI CAPSTONE PROJECT

Presentation Date

Place

Time

Weight (%)

Rating Remarks / Sugges

40% 40% 10% 10%


_________________________________


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Date:--------------------------------------



Term: ____ SY: _______

Teaching Weeks

Days

PRELIM

W1

1

2

3

4

5

W2

1

2

3

4

5

W3

1

2

3

4

5

W4

1

2

3

4

5

MIDTERM

W1

1

2

3

4

5

W2

1

2

3

4

5

W3

1

2

3

4

5

W4

1

2

3



Appendix J: Sample timeline

Days Activities

Meetings

Submit Research Outline

Meetings

Supervisor and AMAIUB approval of research outline

Meetings + Student work towards completing research proposal

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Meetings + Student work towards completing research proposal



Term: ____ SY: _______

Teaching Weeks

Days

4

5

FINAL

W1

1

2

3

4

5

W2

1

2

3

4

5

W3

1

2

3

4

5

W4

1

2

3

4

5



Days Activities

Supervisor and AMAIUB Approval for research outline

Meetings + Student work towards submitting Thesis

SUBMIT THESIS

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Meetings + Student work towards submitting Thesis

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