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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


  • J

    Johns Hopkins University

    Introduction to Javascript and Ajax: Building Web Apps

    Skills you'll gain: Javascript, Ajax, JSON, Web Applications, Web Development, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Event-Driven Programming, Responsive Web Design, Programming Principles, Prototyping, Network Protocols

    4.5
    Rating, 4.5 out of 5 stars
    ·
    55 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • C

    Columbia University

    Causal Inference 2

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Inference, Econometrics, Mediation, Correlation Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Regression Analysis, Time Series Analysis and Forecasting, Statistical Methods, Statistical Modeling, Mathematical Modeling, Research Design

    3.1
    Rating, 3.1 out of 5 stars
    ·
    16 reviews

    Advanced · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    Universidad Austral

    La enseñanza de las Ciencias Naturales en la escuela primaria

    Skills you'll gain: Curiosity, Student Engagement, Drive Engagement, Investigation, Student-Centred Learning, Teaching, General Science and Research, Education and Training, Learning Strategies, Interactive Learning, Pedagogy, Scientific Methods, Science and Research, Instructing, K-12 pedagogy, Learning Theory, Instructional Strategies, Childhood Education and Development, Experimentation, Diversity and Inclusion

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    130 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Glasgow

    Generative AI for Healthcare Students and Professionals

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Predictive Modeling, Healthcare Ethics, Generative AI, Prompt Engineering, Dental Informatics, Health Technology, Artificial Intelligence, Deep Learning, Clinical Informatics, Artificial Neural Networks, Health Informatics, Medical Imaging, Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Radiology

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    18 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    UNSW Sydney (The University of New South Wales)

    Designing the Future of Work

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Design Strategies, Business Transformation, Workforce Development, Strategic Thinking, Automation, Digital Transformation, Emerging Technologies, Innovation, Service Design, Forecasting

    4.7
    Rating, 4.7 out of 5 stars
    ·
    321 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • T

    Technical University of Munich (TUM)

    From Zero to Hero - Digital Product Development From Scratch

    Skills you'll gain: Prompt Engineering, Amazon Bedrock, MLOps (Machine Learning Operations), Product Improvement, Innovation, Solution Design, Model Training, Generative AI, Ideation, Amazon Web Services, Lean Methodologies, Model Evaluation, Process Improvement, Human Centered Design, Product Development, New Product Development, Machine Learning Methods, Machine Learning, User Research, Risk Management

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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    53 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • G

    Georgia Institute of Technology

    Sound and Sonification Design for Interactive Learning Tools

    Skills you'll gain: Prototyping, Interactive Design, Usability, Music, Interaction Design, Multimedia, Design, Musical Composition, Music Theory, Design Elements And Principles, Design Research, Usability Testing, Conceptual Design, Design Strategies, Human Centered Design, User Research, Ideation, Simulations

    4
    Rating, 4 out of 5 stars
    ·
    27 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Introduction to PhET Simulations for STEM Education

    Skills you'll gain: Instructional Strategies, Education Software and Technology, Mathematics Education, Pedagogy, Teaching, Simulations, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Simulation and Simulation Software, Research, Peer Review

    4.9
    Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
    ·
    93 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

  • M

    Microsoft

    Microsoft Azure Security Tools Specialization

    Skills you'll gain: Penetration Testing, Record Keeping, Vulnerability Scanning, Security Testing, Data Management, Cloud Management, Threat Management, Cyber Security Assessment, Records Management, Cloud Computing Architecture, Authentications, Firewall, Cyber Attacks, Cybersecurity, Cyber Threat Intelligence, Authorization (Computing), Generative Adversarial Networks (GANs), Active Directory, Data Ethics, AI Security

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    51 reviews

    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

  • G

    Goldman Sachs

    Fundamentals of Customers and Competition, with Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women

    Skills you'll gain: Competitive Analysis, Value Propositions, Growth Strategies, Business Development, Business Strategy, Customer Analysis, Market Opportunities, Consumer Behaviour, Target Market, Customer Insights, Competitive Intelligence, Market Research, Market Analysis, Target Audience, Communication Strategies

    4.8
    Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
    ·
    350 reviews

    Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • S

    Starweaver

    Fundamentals of Business Analysis

    Skills you'll gain: Stakeholder Engagement, Business Analysis, Business Analysis Tools, Project Scoping, Organizational Change, Stakeholder Communications, Analysis, Requirements Analysis, Stakeholder Analysis, Requirements Management, Change Management, Performance Analysis, Project Performance, Performance Measurement, Business Development, Performance Metric, Quality Management

    4.6
    Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
    ·
    92 reviews

    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

  • U

    University of Colorado Boulder

    Statistical Estimation for Data Science and AI

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Inference, Statistical Methods, Statistics, Probability & Statistics, Statistical Analysis, Sampling (Statistics), Applied Mathematics, Probability Distribution, Probability, Artificial Intelligence

    Build toward a degree

    4.1
    Rating, 4.1 out of 5 stars
    ·
    94 reviews

    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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

  • Introduction to Javascript and Ajax: Building Web Apps: Johns Hopkins University
  • Causal Inference 2: Columbia University
  • La enseñanza de las Ciencias Naturales en la escuela primaria: Universidad Austral
  • Generative AI for Healthcare Students and Professionals: University of Glasgow
  • Designing the Future of Work: UNSW Sydney (The University of New South Wales)
  • From Zero to Hero - Digital Product Development From Scratch: Technical University of Munich (TUM)
  • Sound and Sonification Design for Interactive Learning Tools: Georgia Institute of Technology
  • Introduction to PhET Simulations for STEM Education: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Microsoft Azure Security Tools Specialization: Microsoft
  • Fundamentals of Customers and Competition, with Goldman Sachs 10,000 Women: Goldman Sachs

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