Understanding Saunders' Research Onion: A Guide to Developing Research Methodology

The text discusses Saunders' research onion, a tool that describes the different decisions involved in developing a research methodology. The onion is composed of six layers: research philosophy, research approach, research strategy, choices, time horizon, and techniques and procedures. Each layer involves various choices and considerations, such as the philosophical foundation of the research, the method used for data collection, the time horizon for data collection, and the specific techniques and procedures employed. The onion acts as a guide for researchers to navigate the complexities of crafting a research methodology.

• Saunders' research onion is a tool for developing a research methodology, consisting of six layers.
• Each layer involves specific choices and considerations, such as research philosophy, research approach, research strategy, choices, time horizon, and techniques and procedures.
• The onion serves as a guide for researchers to navigate the complexities of crafting a research methodology.