DU POSITIONNEMENT EPISTEMOLOGIQUE A LA METHODOLOGIE DE RECHERCHE : QUELLE DEMARCHE POUR LA RECHERCHE EN SCIENCE DE GESTION ?

Abstract

All scientific research is based on an international world view, follows a methodology and some elements answers (Jolibert & Giordano, 2008). The use of an appropriate research methodology to conduct research properly depends on the nature of the study and the objective pursued by the researcher, which is a real challenge. However, the choice of a method must take into account the complexity of the subject, the diversity of methods and the factors influencing this choice. Indeed, the choice of epistemological positioning remains important for the researcher in order to choose the appropriate method. As pointed out, (Perret & Seville, 2003) "epistemological reflection is essential for any researcher wishing to carry out serious research because it helps to establish the validity and legitimacy of a research".

Keywords

• epistemology, methodology, paradigm, management science.