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Methodology of research and Master's thesis. (Includes a 6h Formation to R programming by Hassan Maatouk)

ECTS : 0

Description du contenu de l'enseignement :

 In this seminar, the students will learn: 

Compétence à acquérir :

  This course is an introduction to the methodology of research focused on the writing of a Master's thesis. Throughout the year, the students of the M2 104 have to work on their master’s thesis, which is a very important part of their formation. 

The aim of the Master’s thesis is to produce an original piece of research work on a clearly defined topic within the investigative field of contemporary finance, under the guidance of one of the Masters’ Professors. 

- For students considering a career in the industry, the Master’s thesis is a unique opportunity to demonstrate their scientific expertise in the field of finance and experience shows that employers highly value this research approach. In this case, the students work on a short-term master's thesis, up to July. In addition, they must find an internship. 

- For students considering a doctoral thesis, the Master’s thesis enables them to get an initial feel for what research involves and is often the foundation for further investigation for a student’s doctorate. In this case, the students work on a long-term master's thesis, up to September. They do not have to find an internsip. 

Mode de contrôle des connaissances :

   The seminar is mandatory for all students of the M2 104. Their grades depend on the assiduity of the student and his /her ability to produce in due time, five documents. Each document represents one step in the writing of the Master’s thesis. 

Document n°1 reveals the preferences of the students about the research subjects in which they are especially interested

Document n°2 gives a definition of the subject, in accordance with the supervisor of the Master's thesis

Document n°3 is a synthesis about the main references that will be needed to write the Master's thesis

Document n°4 is a first draft of the review of the litterature

Document n°5 is the Master's thesis 

Bibliographie, lectures recommandées :

Adresse du site de l'enseignant : https://sites.google.com/site/delphinelautierpageweb/

Document susceptible de mise à jour - 01/04/2026
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