Additional Resources

Planning to undertake a higher degree by research is no trivial task. In order to gain a deeper appreciation of what is involved in this worthy endeavour; applicants are encouraged to read a range of high-quality materials that provide insight into the journey ahead. A selection of the materials outlined below may be particularly apt in this regard.

Understanding the PhD Journey

• Neumann, R. (2005). Doctoral Differences: Professional Doctorates and PhDs Compared, Journal of Higher Education Policy and Management, 27(2), 173-188
• Petre, M. & Rugg. G. (2010). The Unwritten Rules of PhD Research, Second Edition, Open University Press, England.
• Phillips, E. & Pugh, D.S. (2005). How to Get a PhD – A Handbook for Students and Their Supervisors, Fourth Edition, Open University Press, England.
• Trafford, V. & Leshem, S. (2008). Stepping Stones to Achieving Your Doctorate, Open University Press, England.

Exploring the Research Process

• Bryman, A. & Bell, E. (2011). Business Research Methods, Third Edition, Oxford University Press, Oxford, England.
• Coghlan, D. & Brannick, T. (2010). Doing Action Research in Your Own Organization, Third Edition, Sage Publications, London, England.
• Saunders, M. & Lewis, P. (2012). Doing Research in Business and Management: An Essential Guide to Planning Your Project, Trans-Atlantic Publications Inc.