The generic form of a theoretical framework level 1-c without the need for a gatekeeper consent form

The generic form of a theoretical framework level 1-c (ALRA) without the need for a gatekeeper consent form

For students unable to do a case study at the individual organizational or the business sector level due to inability to obtain the required gatekeeper consent form, their research methodology blueprint in the form of a theoretical framework level 1c most likely takes the following generic form:

Regarding this theoretical framework level 1c, the core-focus-domain is located in zone 1 (environmental drivers). In this case, the primary research methods (e.g. research method 1: research interview and research method 2: questionnaire survey) are employed to study public opinions on topics such as consumer preferences and company reputation. Participant (interviewees and survey respondents) informed consent forms are needed but not the gatekeeper consent form.

As to items (i.e. research objectives) in zones 2, 3a and 3b, the researcher conducts secondary research method using Internet research (or desk research or library research method) to gather data and docs in the public domain. In this regard, there is no need to use a gatekeeper consent form.

Finally, the researcher needs to justify his/her research topic and research methodology and consult his/ her project supervisor for feedback.