PhD : the pursuit of excellence /
Kamarul Zaman Bin Ahmad
- Singapore : Thomson, c2007.
- viii, 144 p. : 23 cm.
Includes bibliographical references (p. [139]) and index.
PhD : The Pursuit of Excellence is an updated edition of 'So You Want to Get a PhD'. This book aims to assist a final year Master's student or graduate in making an informed decision on whether or not to pursue a PhD. It provides the reader with an understanding of what a PhD actually is and what it can do for the holder. The book explains the structure of the thesis, the process of gathering information and writing. It includes a new chapter on Research Methodology as well as the author's new experiences and knowledge gained during his five-year tenure as PhD supervisor and one-year tenure as Chairman of the PhD Committee. There is also a chapter on the seven strategies of excellence practiced by successful PhD students. - Amazon.