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      Peking University

      社会调查与研究方法 (下)Methodologies in Social Research (Part 2)

      Skills you'll gain: Surveys, Statistical Analysis, Big Data, Data Collection, Research Methodologies, Data Mining, Data Quality, Data Analysis, Statistics, Social Sciences, Data Cleansing, Qualitative Research, Quantitative Research, Research Reports, Case Studies, Research Design, Interviewing Skills

      4.9
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Coursera Instructor Network

      Introduction to Market Research

      Skills you'll gain: Market Research, Analytical Skills, Data Collection, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Market Analysis, Market Dynamics, Marketing, Business Research, Quantitative Research, Data Analysis, Customer Insights, Marketing Strategies, Market Trend, Consumer Behaviour, Focus Group, Trend Analysis, Competitive Analysis, Strategic Decision-Making

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      44 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      University of Michigan

      Sampling People, Networks and Records

      Skills you'll gain: Sampling (Statistics), Sample Size Determination, Data Collection, Surveys, Quantitative Research, Statistical Methods, Statistical Analysis, Statistical Software, Probability & Statistics, Probability, Network Analysis

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      104 reviews

      Beginner · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

      Numerical Methods for Engineers

      Skills you'll gain: Matlab, Engineering Calculations, Numerical Analysis, Mathematical Software, Engineering Analysis, Linear Algebra, Differential Equations, Applied Mathematics, Mathematical Modeling, Simulation and Simulation Software, Computational Thinking, Estimation, Integral Calculus, Scripting, Simulations, Calculus, Scientific Visualization, Programming Principles, Plot (Graphics), Algorithms

      4.9
      Rating, 4.9 out of 5 stars
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      395 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Bioinformatics Methods for Transcriptomics

      Skills you'll gain: Bioinformatics, Molecular Biology, R Programming, Statistical Analysis, Command-Line Interface, Linux

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Duke University

      Startup Valuation Methods

      Skills you'll gain: Financial Modeling, Entrepreneurial Finance, Business Valuation, Excel Formulas, Finance, Financial Analysis, Investments, Private Equity, Securities (Finance), Entrepreneurship, Cash Flows, Risk Analysis

      4.4
      Rating, 4.4 out of 5 stars
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      734 reviews

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Johns Hopkins University

      Application of Health Equity Research Methods for Practice and Policy

      Skills you'll gain: Health Equity, Health Disparities, Social Determinants Of Health, Health Policy, Public Health, Community Health, Epidemiology, Patient Education And Counseling, Health Care, Research Design, Program Evaluation, Cultural Diversity

      4.8
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Peking University

      Nursing Research: Principles and Methods(护理研究:基本原理与方法)

      Skills you'll gain: Nursing, Science and Research, Clinical Research, Scientific Methods, Clinical Research Ethics, Medical Science and Research, Biostatistics, Epidemiology

      Intermediate · Course · 1 - 3 Months

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      Emory University

      Survey analysis to Gain Marketing Insights

      Skills you'll gain: Customer Analysis, Statistical Analysis, Target Market, Marketing Analytics, Customer Insights, Market Research, Data Analysis, Data Analysis Software, Marketing, Marketing Strategy and Techniques, Brand Strategy

      4.5
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      Mixed · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of North Texas

      Research Design: Inquiry and Discovery

      Skills you'll gain: Research Design, Research, Research Methodologies, Surveys, Qualitative Research, Scientific Methods, Research Reports, Data Collection, Sample Size Determination, Analysis, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Decision Making

      4.7
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      University of Michigan

      Data Collection: Online, Telephone and Face-to-face

      Skills you'll gain: Surveys, Interviewing Skills, Data Collection, Sampling (Statistics), Unstructured Data, Research Methodologies, Qualitative Research, Data Validation, Data Quality, Text Mining

      4.6
      Rating, 4.6 out of 5 stars
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      Beginner · Course · 1 - 4 Weeks

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      Politecnico di Milano

      Being a researcher (in Information Science and Technology)

      Skills you'll gain: Research, Scientific Methods, Data Ethics, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Informed Consent, Innovation, Technical Writing

      4.8
      Rating, 4.8 out of 5 stars
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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

    • 社会调查与研究方法 (下)Methodologies in Social Research (Part 2): Peking University
    • Introduction to Market Research: Coursera Instructor Network
    • Sampling People, Networks and Records: University of Michigan
    • Numerical Methods for Engineers: The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology
    • Bioinformatics Methods for Transcriptomics: Johns Hopkins University
    • Startup Valuation Methods: Duke University
    • Application of Health Equity Research Methods for Practice and Policy : Johns Hopkins University
    • Nursing Research: Principles and Methods(护理研究:基本原理与方法): Peking University
    • Survey analysis to Gain Marketing Insights: Emory University
    • Research Design: Inquiry and Discovery: University of North Texas

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