Back to Content Library
CIPD Level 77CO04AC 1.3

The Strategic Role of Research Questions

7CO04Business research in people practice

This CIPD Level 7 video explores the strategic role of research questions within unit 7CO04 – Business research in people practice, focusing specifically on assessment criteria AC 1.3. The video demonstrates how to develop key research questions that directly address your project aim by analysing published research findings and formulating clear, concise and valid questions for primary research. You'll learn to craft targeted research questions that drive meaningful results and ensure your investigation remains focused on achieving specific objectives. By completing this video, you'll gain the skills to construct robust research questions that form the foundation of effective people practice research projects.

Watch This Video

Create a free account to access study guides and HR model videos. Upgrade for full video access.

Assessment Criteria 1.3

Develop key research questions to address the project aim.

Indicative Content

Analyse key findings from the published research to develop clear, concise and valid questions to explore within the primary research to achieve targeted results.

What You'll Learn

Video covering: The Strategic Role of Research Questions

About 7CO04Business research in people practice

CIPD Level 7
7CO04
Learning Outcome 1

This unit contains the components to enable a systematic approach to define, design and undertake a business research project in people practice. It focuses on developing ability to produce an integrated report based on evidence and to include own recommendations and critical reflection.

View all 7CO04 assessment criteria

More 7CO04 Videos

Start Learning for Free

Create a free account to access study guides and HR model videos. Upgrade to full features for just £8.99 per unit when you're ready.