Based on party building theory as the theme,this paper explores the development and innovation of research methods.The author makes a brief summary of the current developmental spirit and innovation needs.It mainly discusses the development of the theory from the analysis of disciplinary principles,comparative research,historical evolution analysis and positivist research,focusing on the development and innovation of the original theory.It is hoped that through the preliminary analysis of this paper,we can provide some valuable information for the research work of party building theory and guide the practice work.