The dissertation proposal and the specialty exam serve different purposes and should be viewed as separate activities, even though often executed concurrently. The dissertation proposal marks the ...

Once you have passed your comprehensive exams, the time has come for you to complete the dissertation proposal. In this memo, I give you some of my thoughts on ways to approach the proposal. Also, I ...

A dissertation proposal is an initial pitch that demonstrates not only what you want to research but also why it matters and how you plan to approach it. It is a tool you need to use to persuade your ...

It is known that dissertations are an integral part of academic writing assessments. A dissertation tests students’ abilities on numerous levels whether it's their academic knowledge or essential ...

"I've been taken aback at what passes for a dissertation proposal around here," a newly arrived colleague at a major research institution confided, lamenting the brevity and tentativeness of the ...

Each American Studies major completes a capstone project during the final spring semester of study. Students develop these projects in the Senior Seminar class, working closely with the seminar's ...

Proposal must be at least one year before the final defense, since this shows the feasibility of the project and the committee’s buy in. Needs to be addressed in the yearly meeting with student.

All students participating in a Master of Science or Doctor of Philosophy degree program must complete a thesis or dissertation proposal for approval by the members of the student's steering committee ...

The Higher Education Administration Doctoral Handbook provides information about the program and offers advice on how to succesfully complete the degree in a timely manner. Jump to a specific section ...

In the contemporary platform-driven economy, online platforms such as Yelp and TripAdvisor play a pivotal role in shaping consumer decision-making. These platforms significantly reduce search costs, ...

Ryan T. Shields, Committee Chair, Assistant Professor, University of Massachusetts Lowell Andrew J. Harris, Professor, University of Massachusetts Lowell April F. Pattavina, Professor, University of ...