This book is aimed at acquainting reads with the practical aspects of research in social and management sciences. Its major focus is on the globally acceptable research process, including problem identification, statement of hypothesis, research design, measurement, data collection, data analysis and statistical inferences. To ensure the achievement of this aim, this book "Basic Research Methods in Social and Management Sciences" has been organized into eleven chapters to assist readers and students at the tertiary level to acquire the skills required to write a good academic research work. Each chapter starts with a list of learning objectives and ends with self-assessment exercises.