Systematic 
Literature Review 

Whether your goal is to complete your PhD or Master’s study with confidence, or publish in a top-tier journal, our step-by-step, easy-to-follow, hands-on training provides guidance and support from experienced mentors to help you achieve your goals.

Systematic Literature Review Masterclass


Who Is This For?

Researchers

Researchers looking to kickstart their academic and research careers, regardless of prior experience, and establish a solid foundation for their studies and future careers.

Postgraduate Students

PhD and Master's students seeking to publish a journal paper to facilitate a smooth graduation process.

Working on YOUR Own Project

One-to-one Mentorship

Step-by-step Approach

Samples & Templates

 

Why This 

Masterclass?

 

 

Tangible Outcomes

Master advanced SLR skills

Independently conduct an SLR on your chosen topic

Prepare an SLR manuscript for submission to prestigious journals

We offer a practical, hands-on, and step-by-step approach, coupled with the invaluable support of an experienced mentor who will be by your side throughout your journey to complete your SLR project. The mentor will be available to guide you through each step and provide assistance in overcoming the unique challenges associated with your project—something that is often scarce in similar programs.

Systematic Literature Review_Saeed Pahlevansharif

Words from Our Participants

"This systematic literature review course truly lives up to its name – it's incredibly “systematic”. With clear guidance, you always know where you stand and what steps to take next. For those who are new to academic research, Prof Saeed proves to be an exceptionally patient instructor, guiding you through each stage with care. In fact, he's been so supportive that he's taken on the role of a co-supervisor, even overseeing my proposal defense. It's remarkable how accurately he anticipates the questions that examiners will ask during assessments. Throughout the course, his gentle encouragement keeps you on track, ensuring that you never lose sight of your goals. Joining this SLR program has been an immensely rewarding experience, and I have the utmost admiration for Prof Saeed".
Yang Liu
Hainan Vocational University of Science and Technology, China
"I participated in the systematic literature review program and I must say I was thoroughly impressed by Dr. Saeed's professionalism, patience, and meticulous organization. His guidance is provided in a step-by-step manner, making the process of conducting systematic literature reviews remarkably efficient".
Ning Zhang
Anhui Sanlian University, China

Meet researchers who have published their systematic literature reviews

Ma, L., Sharif, S. P., & Khong, K. W. (2022). What factors drive the purchase of paid online courses? A systematic literature review. Journal of Marketing for Higher Education, 1-24.

Pahlevan-Sharif, S., Mura, P., & Wijesinghe, S. N. (2020). Qualitative online research in tourism–a systematic review of the literature. Tourism Review, 75(2), 448-465.

What will you learn?

  • Formulating topic, research questions, and scope
  • Search strategy development
  • Designing search strings and queries
  • Selecting appropriate databases and sources
  • Utilizing various databases (e.g., Scopus, WoS, PubMed, Google Scholar, etc.)
  • Study selection criteria
  • Establishing inclusion and exclusion criteria
  • Screening process for identifying relevant studies
  • Handling conflicts and discrepancies in study selection
  • Developing data extraction forms
  • Extracting relevant information from selected studies
  • Ensuring consistency and accuracy in data extraction
  • Evaluating the quality and validity of included studies
  • Utilizing standardized quality assessment tools
  • Interpreting and reporting quality assessment results
  • Synthesizing findings from included studies
  • Identifying patterns, themes, and trends
  • Writing the systematic literature review report
  • Structuring the review following established guidelines (e.g., PRISMA)
  • Creating visualizations to present findings effectively
  • Addressing ethical issues in conducting SLRs
  • Ensuring transparency and reproducibility of the review process
  • Handling publication bias
  • Incorporating gray literature
  • Managing large datasets
  • Dealing with complex review methodologies
  • Manuscript preparation and publication tips

Meet Your Instructor: Dr. Saeed Pahlevansharif

Practical Step-by-step Method

Dr. Saeed brings a unique blend of effective and practical step-by-step methods to his instruction. With a track record of conducting SLR workshops worldwide, he has left an indelible mark on numerous students and researchers, many of whom have gone on to be published in prestigious journals.

Global Recognition

Dr. Saeed’s reputation extends globally, characterized by both his academic achievements and online presence. His YouTube videos on SLR rank among the top 3 suggestions worldwide, accumulating over 300,000 views and receiving substantial positive feedback. With a substantial academic background boasting over 150 publications, 5000+ citations, and numerous systematic literature reviews, Dr. Saeed offers extensive firsthand experience to his students. Additionally, his role as Editor-in-Chief at Emerald publishing journals provides valuable insight into navigating the publication process.

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