Runeson, G (1997) The methodology of building economics research. Journal of Construction Procurement, 3(2), pp. 3-18. ISSN 1358-9180
Abstract
Academic research into building economics is a comparatively new activity, and there is some confusion about both the meaning and the role of research. This paper discusses methodological issues involved in theory formulation and testing, in the context of tendering theory as a theory of pricing building projects. The aim is to demonstrate the need for a methodological debate if building economics is to progress, and that we can learn from related disciplines.
| Item Type: | Article |
|---|---|
| Uncontrolled Keywords: | building economics, hypothesis testing, methodology, research |
| Index terms: | pricing, testing, meaning, building economics, methodology |
| Subjects: | cost management, sociology, economic analysis, professional practice, research methods |
| Topics: | Site Management, Business Strategy, Research Practice, Engineering Principles |
| Descriptive scope: | 3 PCT |
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