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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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    Duke University

    Dog Emotion and Cognition

    Skills you'll gain: Cognitive flexibility, Psychology, Compassion, Learning Theory, Social Skills, Empathy, Anthropology, Train The Trainer, Experimentation, Research, General Science and Research, Scientific Methods, Cultural Diversity, Cooperation, Non-Verbal Communication, Biology

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    Duke University

    Data Analysis with R

    Skills you'll gain: Bayesian Statistics, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Sampling (Statistics), Statistical Inference, Exploratory Data Analysis, Peer Review, Regression Analysis, R (Software), Statistical Reporting, Probability Distribution, Statistical Methods, Statistics, Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis, Statistical Software, Probability & Statistics, Probability, R Programming, Statistical Modeling, Data Visualization

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    University of Michigan

    Leading People and Teams

    Skills you'll gain: Talent Management, Team Building, Teamwork, Team Management, Talent Pipelining, Team Motivation, Influencing, Visionary, Team Leadership, People Development, Employee Onboarding, Employee Coaching, Constructive Feedback, Conflict Management, Goal Setting, Talent Recruitment, Interviewing Skills, Persuasive Communication, Leadership, Business Leadership

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    Georgia Institute of Technology

    Introduction to Engineering Mechanics

    Skills you'll gain: Engineering Analysis, Mechanics, Torque (Physics), Engineering Calculations, Mechanical Engineering, Engineering, Civil Engineering, Structural Analysis, Applied Mathematics, Trigonometry

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    IBM

    IBM Business Intelligence (BI) Analyst

    Skills you'll gain: Data Storytelling, Dashboard, Data Presentation, Data Visualization, Database Design, MySQL, Presentations, Descriptive Statistics, Extract, Transform, Load, Business Intelligence, Data Visualization Software, IBM DB2, Tableau Software, Relational Databases, Star Schema, IBM Cognos Analytics, Interactive Data Visualization, Microsoft SQL Servers, Regression Analysis, Excel Formulas

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    Beginner · Professional Certificate · 3 - 6 Months

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    Nanyang Technological University, Singapore

    Introduction to Forensic Science

    Skills you'll gain: Criminal Investigation and Forensics, Scientific Methods, Chemistry, Case Studies, Biochemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Pharmacology, Laboratory Techniques, Hematology, Pathology, Molecular Biology

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    IBM

    IBM DevOps, Cloud, and Agile Foundations

    Skills you'll gain: Agile Software Development, Cloud Computing Architecture, Cloud Services, Agile Methodology, DevOps, Kanban Principles, Cloud Security, Cloud Infrastructure, Cloud Platforms, Cloud Hosting, Cloud Engineering, Cloud Solutions, Cloud Computing, Agile Project Management, Cloud-Native Computing, User Story, Sprint Retrospectives, CI/CD, Test Driven Development (TDD), Scrum (Software Development)

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    Duke University

    Introduction to Chemistry: Structures and Solutions

    Skills you'll gain: Chemistry, Analytical Chemistry, Physical Science, Physics, Materials science, Laboratory Research, Systems Of Measurement, Molecular, Cellular, and Microbiology, Scientific Methods

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    Johns Hopkins University

    Neuromarketing

    Skills you'll gain: Research Design, Science and Research, Laboratory Research, Research Methodologies, Research, Consumer Behaviour, Marketing Psychology, Influencing, Persuasive Communication, Statistical Analysis, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Data Analysis, Data Collection, Advertising, Behavioral Economics, Biomedical Technology, Marketing Communications, Experimentation, Decision Making, Neurology

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    Georgia Institute of Technology

    Mechanics of Materials I: Fundamentals of Stress & Strain and Axial Loading

    Skills you'll gain: Structural Analysis, Mechanical Engineering, Failure Analysis, Engineering Analysis, Mechanics, Materials science, Engineering Calculations, Civil Engineering, Mathematical Modeling, Trigonometry

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Designing Effective Science Communication

    Skills you'll gain: Oral Expression, Human Learning, Education Software and Technology, Technical Communication, Education and Training, Writing, Community Outreach, Learning Theory, Pedagogy, Research, Technical Writing, Scientific Methods, Media and Communications, Science and Research, Persuasive Communication, Program Evaluation, Interviewing Skills, Photography, Infographics, Storytelling

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    University of Colorado System

    Biostatistics Study Design and Analysis for Grant Writing

    Skills you'll gain: Grant Writing, Sample Size Determination, Biostatistics, Statistical Analysis, Data Analysis, Clinical Research, Statistical Methods, Statistical Reporting, Science and Research

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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In summary, here are 10 of our most popular Qualitative Research Methods courses

  • Dog Emotion and Cognition: Duke University
  • Data Analysis with R: Duke University
  • Leading People and Teams: University of Michigan
  • Introduction to Engineering Mechanics: Georgia Institute of Technology
  • IBM Business Intelligence (BI) Analyst: IBM
  • Introduction to Forensic Science: Nanyang Technological University, Singapore
  • IBM DevOps, Cloud, and Agile Foundations: IBM
  • Introduction to Chemistry: Structures and Solutions: Duke University
  • Neuromarketing: Johns Hopkins University
  • Mechanics of Materials I: Fundamentals of Stress & Strain and Axial Loading: Georgia Institute of Technology

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