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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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    IBM

    Supervised Machine Learning: Regression

    Skills you'll gain: Supervised Learning, Applied Machine Learning, Model Evaluation, Machine Learning Algorithms, Regression Analysis, Machine Learning, Predictive Modeling, Classification Algorithms, Scikit Learn (Machine Learning Library), Data Preprocessing, Feature Engineering, Statistical Methods, Pandas (Python Package)

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Virginia

    Experiencing Design: Deepening Your Design Thinking Practice

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Human Centered Design, Innovation, Strategic Thinking, Open Mindset, Cognitive flexibility, Creativity, Collaboration, Dealing With Ambiguity, Empathy, Adaptability, Qualitative Research, Data Visualization

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México

    Autoridad, dirección y liderazgo

    Skills you'll gain: Supervision, Leadership and Management, Delegation Skills, Leadership Development, Team Leadership, Leadership, Organizational Leadership, Strategic Leadership, Professional Development, Personal Development, People Management, Business Leadership, Motivational Skills, Coordination, Communication Strategies, Decision Making, Coaching

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Fractal Analytics

    Mastering User Centric Design with Generative AI

    Skills you'll gain: Responsible AI, A/B Testing, Design Thinking, Ideation, Generative AI, AI Product Strategy, UI/UX Research, Brainstorming, Data Ethics, Experience Design, Innovation, User Research, Data Storytelling, Data Analysis, AI Enablement, Artificial Intelligence, Prompt Engineering, Critical Thinking, Business Consulting, Problem Solving

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    The Pennsylvania State University

    Dairy Production and Management

    Skills you'll gain: Nutrition and Diet, Sustainability Standards, Manufacturing and Production, Market Dynamics, Water Resource Management, Business Economics, Biotechnology, Production Management, Environmental Management Systems, Climate Change Mitigation

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    Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    Duke University

    Decentralized Finance (DeFi) Infrastructure

    Skills you'll gain: Blockchain, FinTech, Interoperability, Payment Systems, Financial Inclusion, Emerging Technologies, Financial Systems, Cryptography, Digital Assets, Financial Regulation, Banking, Transaction Processing, Data Integrity, Computer Security, Governance

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    California Institute of the Arts

    Web Design: Wireframes to Prototypes

    Skills you'll gain: Wireframing, User Interface and User Experience (UI/UX) Design, Mockups, Responsive Web Design, Web Design, User Interface (UI) Design, User Experience Design, Prototyping, Web Language, Graphic and Visual Design, HTML and CSS, Typography, Peer Review

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Michigan

    Python Classes and Inheritance

    Skills you'll gain: Unit Testing, Object Oriented Programming (OOP), Object Oriented Design, Python Programming, Debugging, Data Structures, Software Testing, Programming Principles

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    Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Colorado Boulder

    Graphic Design Elements for Non-Designers

    Skills you'll gain: Logo Design, Color Theory, Design Elements And Principles, Graphic Design, Design, Typography, Storytelling, Layout Design, User Experience Design, Digital Design, Image Quality, Graphic and Visual Design, Adobe InDesign, Graphic and Visual Design Software, Design Research, Information Architecture, Adobe Photoshop, Web Design and Development, File Management

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    Beginner · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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    Vanderbilt University

    Generative AI for Leaders

    Skills you'll gain: Succession Planning, Business Writing, Generative AI, Leadership, Meeting Facilitation, Organizational Leadership, AI Enablement, Business Leadership, Proposal Writing, Thought Leadership, Prompt Engineering, Human Resource Strategy, Business Transformation, Artificial Intelligence, Decision Making

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    Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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    University of Michigan

    Extended Reality for Everybody

    Skills you'll gain: Augmented and Virtual Reality (AR/VR), Augmented Reality, Storyboarding, Virtual Reality, Unreal Engine, Usability Testing, Design Thinking, 3D Assets, Prototyping, Unity Engine, User Experience Design, Interaction Design, Conceptual Design, Human Centered Design, Design, User Research, Application Development, Web Content Accessibility Guidelines, Emerging Technologies, Virtual Environment

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    Beginner · Specialization · 1 - 3 Months

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    University of Pennsylvania

    Healthcare Law

    Skills you'll gain: Intellectual Property, Health Insurance Portability And Accountability Act (HIPAA) Compliance, Medical Privacy, General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR), Health Systems, Personally Identifiable Information, Law, Regulation, and Compliance, Health Care Procedure and Regulation, Information Privacy, Primary Care, Health Care Administration, Health Information Management, Medicaid, Healthcare Industry Knowledge, Medicare, Health Care, Pharmaceuticals, Managed Care, Health Policy, Regulation and Legal Compliance

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    Intermediate · Specialization · 3 - 6 Months

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

  • Supervised Machine Learning: Regression: IBM
  • Experiencing Design: Deepening Your Design Thinking Practice: University of Virginia
  • Autoridad, dirección y liderazgo: Universidad Nacional Autónoma de México
  • Mastering User Centric Design with Generative AI: Fractal Analytics
  • Dairy Production and Management: The Pennsylvania State University
  • Decentralized Finance (DeFi) Infrastructure: Duke University
  • Web Design: Wireframes to Prototypes: California Institute of the Arts
  • Python Classes and Inheritance: University of Michigan
  • Graphic Design Elements for Non-Designers: University of Colorado Boulder
  • Generative AI for Leaders: Vanderbilt University

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