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4. Methodology

Author : Katrin Blankenburg

Published in: Intellectual Capital in German Non-profit Organisations

Publisher: Springer International Publishing

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Abstract

This methodology chapter highlights the underlying considerations of the current research. It starts with a presentation of the research objectives and research questions, followed by an introduction of the research philosophy applied. Next, the influences of the researcher are discussed and finally a reflection on ethical implications offered.

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Title: Methodology
Author: Katrin Blankenburg
Publisher: Springer International Publishing
Book: Intellectual Capital in German Non-profit Organisations
Print ISBN: 978-3-319-62654-3

Electronic ISBN: 978-3-319-62655-0

Copyright Year: 2018
DOI: https://doi.org/10.1007/978-3-319-62655-0_4