The Henley MBA 101 Series
Everything you need to know to ace your Henley MBA
This series covers a little bit of everything Henley MBA-related, from the basics of academic writing through to specifics about each chapter of a typical Henley MBA assignment and dissertation/IBP. You can read each article in order, or skip to whichever ones are most relevant to you right now.
Henley MBA Dissertation/IBP
- How to find an original, high-value research topic
- How to craft a high-quality research proposal
- The dissertation introduction chapter: 101
- How to craft an A-grade literature review
- How to choose a research methodology
- How to write the methodology chapter
- The analysis/results chapter: 101
- The discussion chapter: 101
- The conclusion chapter: 101
General Henley MBA Advice
- The “Henley Way“, explained in simple terms
- How to use models and frameworks correctly in your assignments
- Why presentation is important (and how to get it right)
- Analysis vs description
- Why topic fit is critically important
- Why focus is your friend in Henley MBA assignments
- How to use research questions to set a clear direction in your writing
- How to reduce word count in Henley MBA assignments
- How to craft rock-solid arguments
Don't Stop Now - There's More โจ
Too Many Qualitative Codes? Here’s What To Do.
Got 100+ codes in your qualitative analysis? Learn how to simplify your coding structure while keeping all the nuance that makes your research rich and meaningful.
How Do I Choose the Right Statistical Test?
Confused about which statistical test to use for your dissertation? Learn how to match your research question to the right analysis method.
What Does P-Value Actually Mean?
Confused about p-values? Learn what they really mean, why they matter in research, and how to interpret them correctly in your dissertation.
What’s the Difference Between Ontology and Epistemology?
Ontology and epistemology sound intimidating, but they’re just two sides of the same coin. Learn what they mean and how to apply them to your research in plain language.
Which AI Research Tools Are Safe to Use?
Learn how to leverage AI research tools effectively for your literature search without compromising academic integrity or citation quality.

THANK YOU, YOUR ARTICLE ARE HELPING, I WAS A BIT OVERWHELMED WITH THE HENLEY WAY OF DOING THINGS
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Hi Derek, hope you are well? Iโm reaching out for some urgent help, I am in the MRC phase and have written chapter 1-3 but need some help and someone to review and guidance with the survey and interview questions. Can I book sometime with you?
Hi Mercia. Thanks for your interest. I’ve replied via PM.