research topic - Relationship between remuneration and performance in the organization

1. INTRODUCTION Note that by completing 1.1 to 1.5 in this chapter, you will need to convey to the reader the following:

What is your study about?

What is the problem at the organisation/municipality and how did it originate?

What was the aim and research objectives of conducting this study?

1.1 Introduction and Background to the Research Problem

This should be short and concise (approximately 35 lines).

Present basic information about the research project itself, and what the reader can expect.

The background and introduction should set the stage for the problem to be researched.

The general context of the problem area should be emphasized.

Start with a concise overview of the research then emphasize the importance of the research. In addition, you should attempt to convey experts views on the problem/opportunity under investigation.

As a hint, the information relating to the background to the problem should include quotations by other authors.

1.2 Research Problem

State the exact problems/challenges/opportunities/issues that the organisation is faced with and hence the need to research (this must be in line with your title). This section should flow from the background to the problem (approximately 10-12 lines). Keep the following in mind when writing your research problem:

Key concepts and ideas which are current in the area should be highlighted.

Briefly note some of the underlying assumptions in the research area.

Describe what needs to be solved and identify the most significant issues that require exploration. It is imperative that the independent and dependent variables are identified. 1

.3 Aim of the study

The aim of the study refers to the desired outcomes, or the general intentions of the research, which 'paint a picture' of your study. It should emphasize what is to be accomplished and reflect the aspirations and expectations of the research topic.

Your aim must be clear, unambiguous and concise, and indicate what you intend to achieve with the research regarding the research problem or opportunity.

The aim should consist of three parts: What is being studied, how it is being studied and why it is being studied. Once again, the aim needs to flow logically from the problem statement.

This usually starts with, The aim of this study is...

1.4 Research Objectives (not more than 3)

The objectives of the study refer to the operationalization of the aim of the study. Simply put, the objectives use specific statements which define measurable outcomes. Objectives are presented as brief statements, one sentence each.

You should have 3 objectives. Remember, the purpose of the research report is to investigate a business issue. However, simply investigating an issue is not enough, and, therefore, you must be able to recommend solutions to remedy problems and capitalise on opportunities. As such, the final objective should focus on this.

Use bullet points to list your objectives.