MODERN APPROACHES TO RESEARCH METHODOLOGY IN SOCIAL WORK MANAGEMENT

Abstract

The transformation of the social sphere and the growing complexity of social challenges require the development of modern methodological approaches to research in social work management. Traditional research paradigms are no longer sufficient to ensure effective, evidence-based decision-making in social services and policy design, which also requires clear and structured scientific communication through academic writing. The purpose of the article is to substantiate modern approaches to research methodology in social work management and to develop a comprehensive theoretical model integrating interdisciplinary perspectives. The study is based on a combination of general scientific and specific research methods, including analysis and synthesis, systematization, comparative analysis, and conceptual modeling. The research integrates qualitative, quantitative, and mixed-method approaches within a unified methodological framework. The article identifies key trends in the development of research methodology in social work management, including the shift toward evidence-based practices, participatory approaches, and digital analytics. The role of academic writing is substantiated as a tool that ensures clarity, logical consistency, and effective dissemination of research outcomes. A theoretical model of research methodology is proposed, consisting of five interconnected components: value-normative, theoretical-conceptual, methodological, technological, and practice-oriented blocks. The model reflects the integration of humanitarian values, interdisciplinary knowledge, and modern analytical tools. The proposed model provides a comprehensive framework for structuring research in social work management and enhances its practical relevance. It contributes to improving the quality of decision-making in social policy and service delivery. The findings highlight the importance of interdisciplinary integration, methodological flexibility, and the use of digital tools in future research, as well as the growing role of academic writing as a methodological and communicative tool in social work practice, supporting evidence-based decision-making.