Qualitative Research

Qualitative Research is a method of inquiry that focuses on understanding human behavior and the reasons that govern such behavior. Coursera's Qualitative Research catalogue teaches you the fundamental approaches and techniques used in this type of research. You'll learn how to design and conduct qualitative studies, analyze and interpret data, and present your findings in a meaningful way. This skill is crucial for various fields such as sociology, psychology, market research, and user experience, where understanding the 'why' behind human actions is key. You'll also learn about different qualitative research methods like interviews, focus groups, ethnography, and case studies, and how to choose the right method for your research question.
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Explore the Qualitative Research Methods Course Catalog

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

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    The Hong Kong University of Science and Technology

    Skills you'll gain: Research Design, Research Methodologies, Social Sciences, Research, Surveys, Qualitative Research, Statistical Analysis, Data Collection, Higher Education, Sample Size Determination, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Academic Advising, Probability & Statistics

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    Skills you'll gain: Interviewing Skills, Qualitative Research, Research, Healthcare Ethics, Research Design, Research Methodologies, Patient Communication, Rapport Building, Patient-centered Care, Informed Consent, Non-Verbal Communication

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    Fundação Instituto de Administração

    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Innovation, Human Centered Design, Design Research, Service Design, Organizational Strategy, User Research, Product Improvement, Qualitative Research, Customer Insights, User Experience, Creativity, Data Collection, Storyboarding

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    University of Minnesota

    Skills you'll gain: UI/UX Research, User Research, Design Research, User Experience, User Centered Design, Ideation, User Interface (UI), Qualitative Research, Surveys, User Story, Data Collection, Persona Development, Data Analysis, Interviewing Skills, People Analytics, Statistical Analysis

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    Skills you'll gain: Sociology, Sustainable Development, Social Sciences, Demography, Cultural Diversity, World History, Political Sciences, Governance, Economics, Qualitative Research, Digital Transformation

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    Skills you'll gain: Design Thinking, Stakeholder Engagement, Innovation, Prototyping, Brainstorming, Storytelling, Human Centered Design, Ideation, User Experience Design, Creativity, Customer experience improvement, Service Design, Design Research, Process Mapping, User Experience, Problem Solving, Complex Problem Solving, Qualitative Research, Data Visualization

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    University of Michigan

    Skills you'll gain: Qualitative Research, User Research, Usability Testing, User Centered Design, Research Methodologies, Needs Assessment, Interviewing Skills, Research, Human Computer Interaction, Data Collection

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    Skills you'll gain: Survey Creation, Interviewing Skills, Data Collection, Research Design, Qualitative Research, Research, Cultural Sensitivity, Statistical Analysis

  • Status: Free Trial

    Skills you'll gain: Program Evaluation, Curriculum Development, Student-Centred Learning, Higher Education, Instructional Strategies, Ethical Standards And Conduct, Qualitative Research

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    Peking University

    Skills you'll gain: Surveys, Family Therapy, Sociology, Social Sciences, Qualitative Research, Research Methodologies, Culture, Socioeconomics, Interviewing Skills, Case Studies

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    Skills you'll gain: Public Health, Health Equity, Community Health, Diversity Awareness, Health Policy, Case Studies, Program Evaluation, Qualitative Research, Research Methodologies, Data Collection