Data Collection

Data Collection is a crucial process of gathering, measuring, and analyzing accurate insights for research using standard validated techniques. Coursera's data collection catalogue equips you with the necessary tools and techniques to perform effective data collection across various fields. You'll learn about different data collection methods, designing data collection instruments, the ethics around data gathering, and handling potential biases that may affect the validity of collected data. This skill will enable you to make your research, business inquiries, and social science studies more reliable and accurate.
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    American Psychological Association

    Skills you'll gain: Quantitative Research, Scientific Methods, Research Design, Surveys, Research, Research and Design, Qualitative Research, Correlation Analysis, Data Collection, Data Analysis, Psychology, Sampling (Statistics)

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    University of North Texas

    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

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    Skills you'll gain: Public Health, Epidemiology, Community Health, Nutrition and Diet, Emergency Response, Sanitation, Health Promotion, Social and Human Services, Water Resources, Infectious Diseases, Health Administration, Mental Health, Data Collection

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    Arizona State University

    Skills you'll gain: Strategic Thinking, Visionary, Research, Influencing, Strategic Decision-Making, Data Collection, Systems Thinking, Strategic Planning, Proactivity, Negotiation, Business Strategy, Complex Problem Solving, Communication Strategies, Surveys, Creative Thinking, Scientific Methods, Decision Making, Recognizing Others, Cognitive flexibility, Research Methodologies

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    Skills you'll gain: Information Architecture, Strategic Decision-Making, Enterprise Architecture, Data Analysis, Business Strategy, Business Process Automation, Technology Strategies, Artificial Intelligence, Data Collection, Analytics, Leadership, Innovation, Data Management

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    Kennesaw State University

    Skills you'll gain: Statistical Process Controls, Lean Six Sigma, Six Sigma Methodology, Lean Methodologies, Process Improvement, Team Management, Process Capability, Lean Manufacturing, Data Collection, Knowledge Transfer, Team Building, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Meeting Facilitation, Quality Improvement, Continuous Improvement Process, Performance Measurement, Conflict Management, Analytical Skills, Sampling (Statistics), Statistics

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    Coursera Instructor Network

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

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    Skills you'll gain: Marketing Analytics, Analytical Skills, Data Analysis, Data Collection, Marketing, Analytics, Quantitative Research, Market Research, Target Market, Customer Insights, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Statistical Methods, Market Data, Consumer Behaviour, Brand Strategy

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    Queen Mary University of London

    Skills you'll gain: Research Reports, Statistical Hypothesis Testing, Survey Creation, Research Design, Statistical Analysis, Data Processing, Data Collection, Quantitative Research, Statistics, Data Analysis, Data Validation

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    Skills you'll gain: Data Presentation, Data Collection, Data Analysis, Data Management, Analytical Skills, Data Strategy, Management Reporting, Exploratory Data Analysis, Data Modeling, Statistical Analysis, Coordinating, Statistical Modeling, Communication

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    Skills you'll gain: Marketing Analytics, AI Personalization, Data-Driven Decision-Making, Marketing Strategies, Marketing, Marketing Effectiveness, Responsible AI, Data Ethics, Customer experience improvement, Artificial Intelligence, Customer Insights, Data Collection, Automation, Algorithms

  • University of Illinois Urbana-Champaign

    Skills you'll gain: New Product Development, Product Development, Design Thinking, Market Research, Quantitative Research, Product Management, Customer Insights, Consumer Behaviour, Market Analysis, Target Market, Forecasting, Innovation, Needs Assessment, Analysis, Data Collection, Technology Solutions

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