Information Sheet

I would like to invite you to take part in a research study. Before you decide you need to

understand why the research is being done and what it would involve for you. Please take

time to read the following information carefully. Ask questions if anything you read is not

clear or would like more information. Your participation is voluntary. I would like you to

consent to participate in this study as I believe that you can make an important contribution to

the research. Take time to decide whether or not to take part

Research Study Title

Effect of Online and Offline Factors on Impulse Buying Behaviour of University Students

Purpose of the study

The research is being carried out for the purpose of completion of the PhD degree at

University of Bedfordshire

Why have you been invited?

You have been chosen for this particular research study as it requires university students.

What will happen to the results of the research study?

All information provided by you will be stored anonymously on a personal computer which is

password protected and only the researcher has the access.

Who is organising the research?

This research is self-funded by the researcher/PhD student Ammar Hussain and there is no

external or internal organisation is involved in this research.

Consent Form

Title of Project: Effect of Online and Offline Factors on Impulse Buying Behaviour of

University Students

Name of Researcher: Ammar Hussain

I wish to participate in the above named project. I have read the participant information sheet for the

above research project and understand the following

Please initial all boxes

1. I understand that my participation is voluntary and that I am free to withdraw at

any time without giving any reason.

2. That all information I provide will be dealt with in a confidential manner.

3. That the participants will not be paced under any form of stressful situation.

Name of Participant Date Signature