Application of various concepts, theories and methodologies according to the chosen research focus or topic, locus or source of research data, and scientific mode or perspective used in an original, innovative and transdisciplinary manner. The product of this course is in the form of a dissertation manuscript including title, introduction (background, problem/focus, objectives/benefits, definitions of research terms/variables), theoretical studies, research methods, research results, discussions, conclusions, and suggestions/recommendations. The dissertation manuscript was assessed for suitability for the quality of the dissertation content by 3 assessors, consisting of 2 assessors from within the study program, while one other assessor was from a similar study program outside Surabaya State University.