•Classify different quantitative and qualitative research methodologies specific to specify economic matters;

•Convert a research idea into a research problem, research objectives, and a research plan;

•Identify a research topic in economics or economic development;

•Develop a research design and appropriate methodology for the research topic;

•Conduct a preliminary literature review;

•Express ideas and arguments logically and coherently in a language appropriate to research of an academic nature;

•Employ a range of writing strategies and revise and edit own writing;

•Write a coherent and scientific research project; and

•Verbally present research in a clear and convincing manner.