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Qualitative Research Methods Courses

Qualitative research methods courses can help you learn interview techniques, focus group facilitation, thematic analysis, and participant observation. You can build skills in coding qualitative data, developing research questions, and synthesizing findings into actionable insights. Many courses introduce tools like NVivo and Atlas.ti, which assist in organizing and analyzing qualitative data, helping you effectively interpret complex human behaviors and social phenomena.

Popular Qualitative Research Methods Courses and Certifications


  • S

    Saïd Business School, University of Oxford

    Leadership Problem-Solving with AI: Think Like a Leader

    Skills you'll gain: Prioritization, Strategic Prioritization, Root Cause Analysis, Critical Thinking and Problem Solving, Complex Problem Solving, Strategic Thinking, Responsible AI, Strategic Leadership, Systems Thinking, Strategic Decision-Making, Leadership, Initiative and Leadership, Critical Thinking, AI Enablement, Leadership Development, Analysis, Business Solutions, Decision Making, Ideation, Artificial Intelligence

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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    17 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • T

    Technical University of Denmark (DTU)

    Ash-Related Operational Challenges in Energy Utilization of Sustainable Fuels

    Skills you'll gain: Energy and Utilities, Chemistry, Sustainable Engineering, Sustainable Development, Plant Operations and Management, Chemical Engineering, Process Engineering, Thermal Management, Environmental Engineering, Analytical Chemistry, Materials science, Analytical Testing, Laboratory Research, Engineering Calculations, Mathematical Modeling, Experimentation

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    27 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Calculus through Data & Modelling: Techniques of Integration

    Skills you'll gain: Integral Calculus, Numerical Analysis, Calculus, Probability, Applied Mathematics, Advanced Mathematics, Estimation, Probability & Statistics, Geometry, Mathematical Modeling, Graphing

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    54 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Florida

    Fixing Healthcare Delivery 2.0: Advanced Lean

    Skills you'll gain: Lean Methodologies, Patient-centered Care, Patient Safety, Patient Flow, Scientific Methods, Health Systems, Process Improvement, Continuous Quality Improvement (CQI), Process Modeling, Systems Analysis

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    44 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Building Your Artistic Brand

    Skills you'll gain: Brand Strategy, Market Research, Branding, Target Audience, Target Market, Social Media, Driving engagement, Social Media Marketing, Competitive Analysis, Web Presence, Brand Awareness, Marketing, Brand Management, Social Media Strategy, Integrated Marketing Communications, Newsletters, Performing Arts, Email Marketing, Marketing Channel, Entrepreneurship

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    12 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • L

    L&T EduTech

    From Wellhead to Refinery: Midstream Oil and Gas Processing

    Skills you'll gain: Petroleum Industry, Oil and Gas, Environmental Regulations, Environmental Engineering, Pump Stations, Process Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Water Quality, Production Process, Hydraulics, Thermal Management, Three-Phase, Equipment Design, Engineering Calculations

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    30 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Michigan

    How to Create a Good Business

    Skills you'll gain: Management Training And Development, Employee Engagement, Workforce Management, Staff Management, Social Impact, Occupational Safety And Health, Research, Organizational Effectiveness, Employee Training, Employee Relations, Business Research, People Development, Business Priorities, Labor Relations, Research Methodologies, Employee Retention, Internal Communications, Research Design, Training Programs, Case Studies

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Implementation of PhET Activities for STEM Education

    Skills you'll gain: Teaching, Design Reviews, Mathematics Education, Simulations, Simulation and Simulation Software, User Feedback, Experimentation

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    22 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • G

    Genentech

    Making Data Science Work for Clinical Reporting

    Skills you'll gain: Clinical Data Management, Statistical Reporting, Data Sharing, Version Control, Clinical Trials, GitHub, Data Quality, Medical Privacy, Quality Assurance, Risk Analysis, Risk Management, R (Software), Maintainability, DevOps, R Programming, Package and Software Management, Agile Software Development, Agile Methodology

    4.1
    Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
    ·
    11 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • L

    L&T EduTech

    Air Conditioning Equipment Selection, Design and Sizing

    Skills you'll gain: HVAC, Building Services Engineering, Pump Stations, Equipment Design, Thermal Management, Mechanical Engineering, Hydraulics, Facility Repair And Maintenance, Mechanical Design, Drafting and Engineering Design, Control Systems, Energy and Utilities, System Configuration, Engineering Calculations, Materials science

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    13 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • T

    Technical University of Munich (TUM)

    Biotech — From Science to Business

    Skills you'll gain: Biotechnology, Business Modeling, Commercialization, Entrepreneurship, Business Strategy, Business Strategies, Feasibility Studies, Business Valuation, Business Planning, Market Opportunities, Product Development

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    12 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • B

    Board Infinity

    Building Applications with Spring Boot and MVC Architecture

    Skills you'll gain: Software Documentation, Java, API Design, Java Programming, Back-End Web Development, Application Programming Interface (API), Frontend Integration, Enterprise Application Management, Application Deployment, Databases, Data Persistence

    3.8
    Rating, 3.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    13 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular qualitative research methods courses

  • Leadership Problem-Solving with AI: Think Like a Leader: Saïd Business School, University of Oxford
  • Ash-Related Operational Challenges in Energy Utilization of Sustainable Fuels: Technical University of Denmark (DTU)
  • Calculus through Data & Modelling: Techniques of Integration: Johns Hopkins University
  • Fixing Healthcare Delivery 2.0: Advanced Lean: University of Florida
  • Building Your Artistic Brand: University of Colorado Boulder
  • From Wellhead to Refinery: Midstream Oil and Gas Processing: L&T EduTech
  • How to Create a Good Business: University of Michigan
  • Implementation of PhET Activities for STEM Education: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Making Data Science Work for Clinical Reporting: Genentech
  • Air Conditioning Equipment Selection, Design and Sizing: L&T EduTech

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