The paper aims to contribute to our understanding of the knowledge creation process in the knowledge-based small business. The authors consider how a complexity science perspective of knowledge is useful in this regard. So for example, the complexity of knowledge creation might be seen as...

The most important step an academic researcher takes is establishing a methodological framework in which to conduct the research. This step is difficult because there are a wide number of options available and because established researchers often argue passionately for their own particular...

The subject of ethics is important in university research for a number of reasons. All masters or doctorate candidates need to be familiar with the Issues involved in order to avoid any problems or criticisms of their work. This article addresses a wide range of Issues including what should be...

Topics given particular emphasis include the interrelationship of theoretical and empirical research, the differences between positivism and phenomenology, suitable analysis techniques, and the implications of quantitative and qualitative approaches