1. London School of Business & Finance (LSBF) - MSc in Finance and Investment. 2. Type of Assignment: Research Proposal (Proposal for Dissertation) * Note that the dissertation process is as follows: We have to write a Research Proposal first. When the proposal is accepted, we then finally write the dissertation. 3. Word Limit: 3500 – 4000 4. Weighting: This accounts for up to 20% of the dissertation module.On successful completion of this assignment you will be able to:  Analyse critical components of research methods, from design, techniques, values and methods;  Identify research methods for producing empirical data analysis, qualitative research outputs;  Demonstrate critical evaluation of a research proposal and appreciate the limitations of research;  Evaluate the quality of research designs when commissioning research;  Work towards and complete a successful Master level research project