This document outlines the research process, including 7 key stages: 1) observation and identifying a broad research interest, 2) preliminary data gathering, 3) problem definition, 4) theoretical framework development, 5) hypothesis generation, 6) data collection, analysis and interpretation, and 7) deduction. It then discusses how to frame research through defining the problem, research questions, and concepts. Next, it covers designing research such as choosing a design, data to collect, sources, analysis techniques and collection methods. Finally, it discusses final steps like data analysis, reporting results through an executive summary, findings and recommendations.