Proposing student support model for postgraduate research education
World Journal of Entrepreneurship, Management and Sustainable Development
ISSN: 2042-5961
Article publication date: 10 September 2020
Abstract
Purpose
Many start pursuing graduate or postgraduate research based education, however few complete on time. The purpose of this paper is to conceptualize a postgraduate student support model which will facilitate students to complete their studies successfully and on time.
Design/methodology/approach
The model was designed using authors viewpoint on this issue which was informed by literature and first-hand interactions with post graduate students and supervisors.
Findings
Ahmad's Student Support Model for Postgraduate Research Training proposes that students need support on three major dimension (Financial, Technical and Publishing) to complete degree on time. University and supervisor play critical role in this as they provide administrative and emotional support as they create learning environment for students. The model illustrates their role.
Originality/value
The model is useful for universities to ensure they provide students with all elements proposed. New supervisors can get ideas how to play their role in facilitating students to complete their degrees on time. Students can evaluate an institution before enrolling in research education if the institution has the elements proposed in the model.
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Citation
Ahmad, T. (2020), "Proposing student support model for postgraduate research education", World Journal of Entrepreneurship, Management and Sustainable Development, Vol. 17 No. 1, pp. 125-139. https://doi.org/10.1108/WJEMSD-10-2019-0084
Publisher
:Emerald Publishing Limited
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