Open AccessModern research methods: Opportunity knocks
Author(s) -
Imran Alvi
Publication year - 2017
Publication title -
journal of emerging economies and islamic research
Language(s) - English
Resource type - Journals
ISSN - 2289-2559
DOI - 10.24191/jeeir.v5i1.8792
Subject(s) - key (lock) , set (abstract data type) , natural (archaeology) , public relations , computer science , engineering management , data science , engineering , political science , management science , computer security , geography , archaeology , programming language
As economists are working in an increasing complex environment, it is natural that they take advantage of a wider and more advanced set of tools and skills to deliver meaningful solutions. The financial crisis and the advent of big data have been two key drivers in this direction. Through examination of case studies from the UK, research methods are found to be of key importance in addressing the complexity of today's pressing economic questions. Considerable opportunities present themselves to higher education and national institutions that are able to master the application of up-to-date research methods.