The aim of the course is to introduce students of the Study of Religions (as well as interested students of related disciplines) to good practices in research management at the Master's level. Due to the time commitments of MA students in their studies, which are strongly linked to the writing of the thesis, the course focuses on imparting know-how in the areas of research planning, technological tools, and proven practices for effective work throughout the research process: from recommended ways of conceptualizing research questions, collecting literature and data, considering ethical aspects of the work, to the essentials associated with publishing a research text and its role in students' studies and career. A key aspect of the course is the transferability of the research management skills acquired to follow-up projects of students in academia and beyond.