TIPS for Dissertation

Report

Mr. RASHMIRANJAN PANIGRAHI

Asst. Prof. in Finance

The primary objective of Summer Training / dissertation report is to

Gain through practical experience, a sound appreciation and understanding of the theoretical principles learnt during BBA

This training is basically meant to understand the practical aspects of concepts learned during all the semesters in the real life scenario.

The training would impart practical exposure to all the students in the Industry.

The students will be doing projects relating to the different specialization areas as chosen by them.

THE INTRODUCTION

The IntroductionThis is where you will introduce the project to the reader.Think about:

• Describing your topic. What is your aim?– Do you have a specific question to answer– Are you exploring a topic in detail– Are you creating something

• Defining the topic e.g. - a geographical area, a period of time, a measurement, a material or a social phenomenon– There may be a number of interpretations of your topic,

make it clear to the reader what you are studying

• Why have you chosen this topic ?– is it important– subject of particular interest– relates to a hobby – or maybe you future career plan

The Literature Review

What is a literature review?• Focuses on a specific topic and is organised around and

related directly to your project • Compiles the research/information that has been published

on the topic by recognised scholars and researchers• Provides background for the problem (research question) or

puts the problem into historical perspective • Informs the reader about the current concepts and state of

research on the topic and any controversies • Describes the pros and cons of particular studies and may

suggest areas for further research • Organizes the literature into a narrative

COMPANY / ORGANIZATION INFORMATION

It should contain introduction about the organization, its Product line,Features of the Product, Marketing strategies,competitors, Govt. Policies, Taxation aspects, Major problems,Achievements, Share Market position,National and International Image, Future Prospect set

RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

RESEARCH METHODOLOGY

• The reader needs to know how you carried out your investigation/created something. • You may be discussing a physical process – an experiment or a survey or a creative

process – creative writing or making a film.• It is helpful to break it down into steps and explain how and why decisions were made• Use your reflective diary as you are going along to document this• This chapter would contain the Research Methodology It include Objective of the study,

Sources of data, Sample size, if any, Methods of data collection, Instrument used, Research design, Tools and techniques of analysis etc

DATA ANALYSIS AND INTERPRETATION

• How will you present your findings, results or ideas?– Charts and diagrams– Map– Film or painting– A play or creative writing– Quotes from an interview

• What do they mean ?– How have you interpreted your findings?

This part of the dissertation is the really fundamental bit

where you must spell out clearly and systematically an

argument that will lead to a conclusion. It should contain

the analysis of the questionnaire and other data

collected from the different sources by using latest

techniques. An interpretation is an explanation, a means

of presenting information in understandable terms .

Conclusions, Suggestions and Limitations of the Study

A conclusion is the final section of a report in which you have to tie together what was presented in the report, summing up the main point, explaining how the report was proven, and the discussion.

The conclusion is often the most difficult part of a report successfully closing to write, and many students feel that they have nothing left to say after having presented points proving their thesis in the body of the report

Clearly re-state your contribution, what you have learned, experienced and acquired. Relate these to what you have learned in the organization.

You can also give your suggestions and do not forget to quote the limitations of your study.

BIBLIOGRAPHY OR REFERENCES

Bibliography or References It can be included in the report according to the format given in the following examples. References should be cited properly inside the text of the report.

Author, (Year).Title of Book. City of Publication: Publisher. One Author Example: Example Of A Book Keller, K. L. (2003). Strategic brand management : Building, measuring and managing brand equity (2nd ed.) New è Jersey: Prentice Hall. C.R. Kothari, 2004 , Research Methodology Methods & Techniques”, Second Edition, New Delhi: New Age International publisher, PP. 1-2.JOURNAL ARTICLE Alex, J., & Raveendran, P.T. (2011). Does credit card usage enhance defaults among compulsive buyers? Indian è Journal of Marketing, 41 (6), 3-12. [In text citation : Alex & Raveendran, 2011]

ANNEXURE

WHAT GOES INTO AN ANNEXURE

Supplementary & Secondary Reference

Original data

Long Tables

Questionnaires & Letters

Schedules or forms used in collecting data

Industry Printout

Typing Instructions: Paper A4 Size Font (Times New Roman)- 12 Points Spacing between two lines 1.5 Margins Left = 1.5 inch, Right = 1 inch Spacing within a sentence Between words: 1 space After a colon: 2 spaces After a semi colon: 2 spaces After a comma: 1 space After a full stop: 2 spaces

Sequence of the Project Report The following sequence may be followed in the preparation of the Manuscript as well as the Final report (Manuscript can be spiral bound):

Final report (Manuscript can be spiral bound): 1-Cover Page (on the black hard bound cover) 2-Title Page 3-Declaration 4-Certificate from the Industry 5- Certificate from the Dept. of Management 6- Acknowledgement 7-Executive Summary 8- Table of Contents 9- -Bibliography (Please refer to the sample format given below) 10 -Annexure (if any)

ISSUE AND SUCCESS FACTORS IN MICRO FINANCING

THE AWARENESS OF MICROFINANCE IN DEVELOPING ECONOMIES AND ITS IMPACT

THE EVOLUTION OF COMMERCIAL BANKING: CHANGES AND PREFERENCES

FOREIGN DIRECT INVESTMENT IN ASIAN ECONOMIES.

THE ECONOMIC AND FINANCIAL IMPLICATIONS OF ONLINE BANKING.

IMPACT OF ELECTRONIC CARDS ON BANKING SYSTEMS

SERVICES PROVIDED BY MICRO FINANCE BANK:

CHALLENGES AND OPPORTUNITIES OF MICRO FINANCING:

PRINCIPLES OF MICRO FINANCE

FUNCTIONS OF MICRO FIANANCE

MICRO FINANCE IN INDIA

MICROFINANCE SOCIAL ASPECTS

MAJOR INITIATIVES IN RURAL CREDIT

SEWA CO-OPERATIVE BANK (1974)

SELF HELP GROUPS (SHGS)

NATIONAL BANK FOR AGRICULTURE AND RURAL DEVELOPMENT

ROLE, FUNCTIONS AND WORKING MECHANISM OF FINANCIAL INSTITUTIONS

“Issue and Success Factors In Micro Financing”