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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


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    The University of Melbourne

    Moving to the Cloud

    Skills you'll gain: Cloud Computing, Cloud Services, Cloud Computing Architecture, Change Management, Organizational Change, Service Level Agreement, Stakeholder Engagement, Business Transformation, Workforce Planning, Contract Management, Governance, Key Performance Indicators (KPIs)

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    ESSEC Business School

    L'entrepreneuriat social : de l'envie au projet

    Skills you'll gain: Social Impact, Entrepreneurship, Value Propositions, Sustainable Development, Business Modeling, Needs Assessment, Community Development, Business Planning, New Business Development, Innovation, Environmental Social And Corporate Governance (ESG), Professional Networking, Market Research

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    The University of Hong Kong

    Making Sense of the News: News Literacy Lessons for Digital Citizens

    Skills you'll gain: Journalism, digital literacy, Media and Communications, Research, Investigation, Social Impact, Ethical Standards And Conduct

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    University of Michigan

    An Introduction to Learning Experience Design (LXD)

    Skills you'll gain: Program Evaluation, Course Development, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Educational Materials, Multimedia, Instructional Design, Learning Theory, Design, Learning Management Systems, Education Software and Technology, Professional Development, Brainstorming, Needs Assessment, Content Creation, Motivational Skills, Diversity Equity and Inclusion Initiatives, User Centered Design, Prototyping, Design Strategies, Creative Thinking

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    Universidad de los Andes

    Autoliderazgo y gestión de emociones para avanzar en desafíos complejos

    Skills you'll gain: Emotional Intelligence, Self-Awareness, Empathy & Emotional Intelligence, Personal Development, Initiative and Leadership, Mindfulness, Leadership, Adaptability, Stress Management, Overcoming Obstacles, Decision Making, Goal Setting

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    Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)

    The Payroll Cycle

    Skills you'll gain: Payroll, Payroll Systems, Payroll Processing, Payroll Administration, Payroll Reporting, Payroll Tax, Data Entry, Workforce Management, Benefits Administration, Compensation Management, Personally Identifiable Information, Employee Onboarding, Reconciliation, Auditing, Tax Compliance, Data Security

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    Coursera

    Basic Image Classification with TensorFlow

    Skills you'll gain: Model Evaluation, Keras (Neural Network Library), Tensorflow, Image Analysis, Artificial Neural Networks, Deep Learning, Computer Vision, Machine Learning, Classification Algorithms

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    The Chinese University of Hong Kong

    Advanced Modeling for Discrete Optimization

    Skills you'll gain: Debugging, Mathematical Modeling, Advanced Mathematics, Operations Research, Computational Logic, Data Structures

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Coursera

    Getting Started with Azure DevOps Boards

    Skills you'll gain: Sprint Planning, Scrum (Software Development), Azure DevOps, Backlogs, Kanban Principles, Agile Software Development, Project Management, DevOps

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    ESSEC Business School

    Negotiation, Mediation, and Conflict Resolution - Capstone Project

    Skills you'll gain: Mediation, Negotiation, Conflict Management, Cultural Diversity, Case Studies, Communication Strategies, Analysis, Value Propositions, Consultative Approaches, Peer Review, Process Design, Interpersonal Communications, Active Listening

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    Fred Hutchinson Cancer Center

    Researcher's Guide to Omic Data

    Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology, Data Processing, Data Analysis, Data Literacy, Exploratory Data Analysis, Laboratory Research, Metadata Management, Science and Research, R Programming, Spatial Data Analysis, Scientific Methods, Data Collection, Data Quality, Research, Quantitative Research, Informatics, Biology, Laboratory Techniques, Analysis

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    Technical University of Denmark (DTU)

    Introduction to Industrial Bioprocess Development

    Skills you'll gain: Biotechnology, Process Engineering, Chemical and Biomedical Engineering, Chemical Engineering, Sterilization, Biological Engineering, Microbiology, Process Control, Cell Cultures, Production Process, Biochemistry, Scalability, Manufacturing Processes, Process Development, Molecular Biology, Cell Biology, Sterile Procedure

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Moving to the Cloud: The University of Melbourne
  • L'entrepreneuriat social : de l'envie au projet: ESSEC Business School
  • Making Sense of the News: News Literacy Lessons for Digital Citizens: The University of Hong Kong
  • An Introduction to Learning Experience Design (LXD): University of Michigan
  • Autoliderazgo y gestión de emociones para avanzar en desafíos complejos: Universidad de los Andes
  • The Payroll Cycle: Automatic Data Processing, Inc. (ADP)
  • Basic Image Classification with TensorFlow: Coursera
  • Advanced Modeling for Discrete Optimization: The Chinese University of Hong Kong
  • Getting Started with Azure DevOps Boards: Coursera
  • Negotiation, Mediation, and Conflict Resolution - Capstone Project: ESSEC Business School

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