Research Design Using Systemic Thinking: Describing the General Scientific Method

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Jon-Arild Johannessen (Nord University, Oslo, Norway)

Research Design Using Systemic Thinking

Describing the General Scientific Method

Jon-Arild Johannessen (Nord University, Oslo, Norway)

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Routledge
17 October 2025

Research methods: general; Social research & statistics; Psychological testing & measurement

Research Design Using Systemic Thinking: Describing the General Scientific Method provides a fresh approach to conducting research, emphasizing the importance of systemic thinking as a framework for structuring scientific inquiry.

This book offers a comprehensive guide to navigating the research process, from formulating a research problem to synthesizing findings. It bridges theoretical insights and practical application, ensuring that readers can effectively communicate their research using scientifically rigorous methods. This book helps readers move beyond specific research techniques, providing a general scientific method applicable across disciplines. Key features include an exploration of scientific language, theory development, problem analysis, and hypothesis formulation, all through the lens of systemic thinking. It provides step-by-step guidance on how to approach and resolve complex research challenges, develop conceptual models, and offer clear explanations, making it an essential resource for researchers at any stage. Ideal for postgraduate students, early-career researchers, and established academics, this book is a valuable resource for those seeking to enhance their research design skills.

It is suitable for individuals engaged in a variety of fields, including social sciences, business, humanities, and more, and is an excellent supplementary text for research methodology courses.

By: Jon-Arild Johannessen (Nord University Oslo Norway)
Imprint: Routledge
Country of Publication: United Kingdom
Dimensions: Height: 234mm, Width: 156mm,
ISBN: 9781041103516
ISBN 10: 1041103514
Pages: 180
Publication Date: 17 October 2025
Audience: College/higher education , Primary
Format: Hardback
Publisher's Status: Forthcoming

Jon-Arild Johannessen is a professor of leadership at Kristiania University of Applied Science, Oslo, Norway. He holds a master of science in history from Oslo University and a PhD in systemic thinking from Stockholm University. With extensive academic experience, he has previously held full professorships in innovation at Syd-Danske University (Denmark), management at The Arctic University (Norway), information management at Bodø Graduate School of Business (Norway), and knowledge management at the Norwegian School of Management.