9 - 13 Jun 2025
London (UK)
Hotel : Landmark Office Space - Oxford Street
Cost : 5250 € Euro
The program is designed to provide participants with an overview of the various study designs and research methods used in the field of social sciences. Topics covered in the program include experimental design, survey design, observational methods, and statistical analysis. Participants will learn how to critically evaluate research studies and design their own studies.
Understand the different study designs and research methods used in the field of social sciences
Learn how to critically evaluate research studies
Learn how to design and conduct their own research studies
Understand the basics of statistical analysis
Understand the ethical considerations in research
The program is designed for professionals with an interest in research methods and study design, including:
Researchers and academics
Graduate students
Research coordinators and managers
Market research professionals
Medical and health professionals
Government officials
Day 1:
Introduction to research methods and study design, including the different types of research studies and the importance of research design
Introduction to research methods and study design, including the different types of research studies (experimental, observational, quasi-experimental, etc.) and the importance of research design.
Overview of the scientific method, research process, and the main components of a research proposal.
Overview of the main types of research designs: descriptive, correlational, and experimental designs.
Day 2:
Survey design, including the principles of questionnaire design and sampling methods
Survey design, including the principles of questionnaire design and sampling methods.
Overview of the main types of sampling methods: probability sampling and non-probability sampling
Overview of the main types of data collection methods: self-report, interview, observation, and experiment
Day 3:
Experimental design, including the principles of randomization and control
Experimental design, including the principles of randomization and control.
Overview of the main types of experimental designs: pre-test post-test control group, posttest-only control group, and Solomon four-group designs.
Overview of the main types of control groups: active, placebo, and no-treatment control groups.
Day 4:
Observational methods, including the principles of data collection and analysis
Day 5:
Statistical analysis and interpretation, including the basics of statistical analysis and ethical considerations in research.
Statistical analysis and interpretation, including the basics of statistical analysis and ethical considerations in research.
Overview of the main types of statistical analysis: descriptive statistics, inferential statistics, and causal inference.
Overview of the ethical considerations in research, such as informed consent, confidentiality, and data security.