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
How to Write Your Dissertation Without the All-Nighters
MIT and project management experts reveal the counterintuitive strategies that transform dissertation writing from chaos to productive, focused progress.
How to Stay Motivated Through Your Research
Struggling with research motivation? Experienced scholars share strategies for building resilience, embracing setbacks, and completing your dissertation.
Finding a Research Topic: What Your Professors Want You to Know
University faculty share their best advice for selecting a research topic. Discover the four essential questions to ask and how to reality-check your ideas.
10 Things Every Examiner Wants to See in Your PhD Dissertation
Skip the fluff. Here are the 10 boxes your PhD dissertation needs to tick to make examiners happy – and secure your pass.
Qualitative Research Basics: The 20,000-Foot View
New to qualitative? Learn about the four key phases of the qualitative research process: data collection, coding, analysis, and writing.

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.