Using modified grounded theory for conducting systematic research study on sustainable project management field

Area of Science:

• Project Management
• Sustainable Development
• Research Methodology

Background:

• Growing importance of sustainable project management necessitates robust research methods.
• Existing literature reveals a lack of systematic approaches in this field.
• Researchers face challenges in selecting appropriate methodologies for sustainable project management studies.

Purpose of the Study:

• To introduce a novel, step-by-step research method for sustainable project management.
• To address the need for systematic investigation into sustainability practices.
• To provide a framework for understanding complexities and capabilities in sustainable project management.

Main Methods:

• Modified Grounded Theory (MGT) as an extension of classical grounded theory.
• Systematic data collection from responders followed by data analysis.
• Microanalysis of qualitative data to generate findings into categories.

Main Results:

• MGT provides a structured approach for qualitative data analysis in sustainable project management.
• The method facilitates theory generation from the ground up.
• The study demonstrates the application of MGT in investigating sustainability practices in Jordan.

Conclusions:

• Modified Grounded Theory (MGT) is presented as an effective and systematic research method for sustainable project management.
• This approach helps overcome the methodological challenges in this emerging field.
• The proposed method offers guidelines for researchers seeking to develop new theories in sustainable project management.