Task (20 marks | Word limit: 1500 words)
You are required to choose a topic for your review of literature in Assignment1. In addition, you are required to provide a list of ten (10) research papers that may be used as the basis for a literature review on the topic.
Note:
You must carefully select your topic of interest, as this topic will form the basis of your literature review in Assignment 1 and your research proposal in Assignment 2.
The topic should relate to financial planning or applied finance.
Some suggested topics are outlined in Appendix 1; however, you are not required to choose a topic from this list and you can choose a topic that is specific to your area of interest. Most of the suggested topics are broad and you will likely need to refine your choice to a specific area within the broader topic.
Your answer to this task must include the following:
• Introduction — a clear introduction which provides a brief overview of the topic.
• Body — a clear outline of the chosen topic.
· Rationale — a clearly articulated rationale for choosing the topic.
· List of papers — a list of
ten (10)
research papers with an explanation of how each is relevant to the chosen topic. Please list your research papers using the Harvard referencing style.
• Conclusion — a brief conclusion on your topic.
Note that no reference list is required.
Appendix 2 is a sample of academic papers. Students may use these papers as a starting point for their research if they wish and if they are relevant to their chosen topic. However, studentsare expected to research beyond this list.
Submit your answer in the ‘Task 1 Submission’ text box in KapLearn. The tutor will provide feedback on your topic and the research papers you have selected and you should use this feedback when completing Assignment1.