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Focus group discussions.

Gammie, Elizabeth; Hamilton, Susan; Gilchrist, Valerie

Authors

Elizabeth Gammie

Susan Hamilton

Valerie Gilchrist



Contributors

Zahirul Hoque
Editor

Lee D. Parker
Editor

Mark A. Covaleski
Editor

Kathryn Haynes
Editor

Abstract

This chapter provides an overview of focus group discussions as a research method. Using illustrative examples, the chapter discusses the appropriateness of the technique for accounting research. The chapter then highlights both the strengths and drawbacks of the technique and provides guidance on how to mitigate the drawbacks. The chapter concludes with advice on the practical considerations for running focus group discussions and articulates the unique data analysis considerations of the technique.

Publication Date Mar 28, 2017
Publisher Taylor & Francis (Routledge)
Pages 372-286
Series Title Routledge companions in business, management and accounting
Book Title The Routledge companion to qualitative accounting research methods
Chapter Number Chapter 22
ISBN 9781138939677
Institution Citation GAMMIE, E., HAMILTON, S. and GILCHRIST, V. 2017. Focus group discussions. In Hoque, Z., Parker, L.D., Covaleski, M.A. and Haynes, K. (eds.) The Routledge companion to qualitative accounting research methods. Abingdon: Routledge [online], chapter 22, pages 372-286. Available from: https://www.routledge.com/9781138939677
Keywords Focus group discussions; Strengths; Drawbacks; Practical considerations
Publisher URL https://www.routledge.com/9781138939677

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