Source:
Proceedings of the Atlantic Schools of Business 36th annual conference, Mount Allison University, September 29th to October 1st, 2006, pp 297-305
Abstract:
This paper provides a review of the literature on the state of qualitative research in the field of public relations. It suggests that although quantitative methodologies are prominent, there is a call to action for the profession to shift to qualitative methodologies supported through theoretical paradigms relate d to social science research. This paper will evaluate the state of qualitative research and the methodologies being practiced by researchers and public relations professionals.