Thesis Seminar I

Thesis Seminar I

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国際商経学部

3年

KCCBG3MCA3

2.00単位

演習 (Seminar)

2025年度前期

(Spring semester)

坪井 美都紀

School of Economics and Management

英語

該当なし

By appointment.

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【Course Objectives】
This seminar helps you develop the skills necessary to write an academic paper and deliver a professional presentation.


【Learning Outcome】
By the end of the course, you should be able to (i) write an academic paper with logical structure and clarity, (ii) present your ideas with a logical flow and support them with data, and (iii) work on your research project during the summer break on your own.

【Subtitle】Toward the Graduation Exam

【Keywords】Research; Academic Writing; Presentation Skills

This course prepares you to undertake research for your graduation project on your own. You will learn how to write an academic paper and deliver a professional presentation. If needed, we will also cover statistical techniques to empirically support your arguments. By the end of the spring semester, I expect you to complete a preliminary research report which you will refine over the summer.

Lecture 1 - Introduction
Lecture 2 - Choosing a Research Question I
Lecture 3 - Choosing a Research Question II
Lecture 4 - Choosing a Research Question III
Lecture 5 - Collecting Data I
Lecture 6 - Collecting Data II
Lecture 7 - Collecting Data III
Lecture 8 - Structuring Your Research Project I
Lecture 9 - Structuring Your Research Project II
Lecture 10 - Demo Presentation I
Lecture 11 - Demo Presentation II
Lecture 12 - Demo Presentation III
Lecture 13 - Midterm presentation I
Lecture 14 - Midterm presentation II
Lecture 15 - Midterm presentation III

Stock, J., Watson, M., 2019. Introduction to Econometrics. 4th edn. Pearson.

Gujarati, D.N., 2023. Essentials of Econometrics. 5th edn. SAGE Publications.

Pre-learning entails collecting data and preparing presentation slides (10 hours per week). Post-learning involves refining slides and improving the research project (5 hours per week).

Students will enhance their academic skills through presentations and peer feedback, along with instructor guidance.

Grades are determined as follows: 30% based on your engagement in class activities and 70% based on the quality of your research.

You will basically be graded on a four-rank scale: S rank (above 90 points) is awarded to a small fraction of students who perform well above the average level, A rank (above 80 points) will be the most common score and indicates successful completion of the course, B rank (above 70 points) indicates satisfactory performance but with areas for improvement, and C rank (above 60) signals insufficient effort in your research.

AI Use:
You are allowed to use AI tools such as ChatGPT. These tools will be useful in your future studies and careers, and it is important to learn how to use them wisely; for example, I extensively use these tools in my research to improve my writing and to assist with programming. At the same time, be aware that using AI tools as a crutch can hinder your own learning. You are making a significant financial and opportunity cost investment in your education. Keep in your mind that what matters is not grades but learning – an S rank without real understanding is meaningless. Bottom line: Use AI tools to support your work, but never let them do your work.

During the seminar, I will provide feedback on your presentations, including suggestions for improvement.

As the seminar has a small number of students, trust and mutual respect are essential. A lack of trust can undermine the entire experience. I strongly encourage an open and collaborative environment where you all can learn and grow together.

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