IT 830 Applied Research: the Dissertation Proposal

In this course, doctoral students will develop the documentation for approval of their research topic and overall research plan, obtain approval from their advisor, and submit their dissertation proposal for approval by the Faculty Dissertation Committee. Students will evaluate which type of IRB submission is appropriate and prepare the material for its timely submission. The student will also be guided in a professional literature review on their chosen topic and develop a clear understanding of past work in their field. Students who do not fulfill all of the course requirements and are not eligible for an incomplete will receive an IP grade. Students with an IP must register for IT 835. Prerequisite: IT 820 (3)