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Research has always been a significant and challenging component for students. It is a scholarly activity aimed at advancing knowledge by finding new truths about specific disciplines. Training students in the methods, techniques and systematic management of research should be an integral part of the prevailing culture of research in Higher Education Institutions. Hence, central to the multifaceted concerns in universities today is the provision for systematic research experiences whereby students may be assisted to craft, implement and defend their research interests, with utmost integrity and professionalism. This handbook in research have been formulated to assist students in going through the rigors of research and in producing a well-organized masterpiece based on empirical and verifiable facts within a legislative framework.

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Dr. Gilbert M. Talaue, Assistant Professor, Business Administration Department, Jubail University College - Male Branch, Jubail Industrial City, Kingdom of Saudi Arabia

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