This course is aimed at developing students' ability to (i) identify a well-formed data-based research question, (ii) find, analyze and present the relevant quantitative information in support of the pertinent argument, and (iii) to compile all results and construct a sophisticated data analysis project. Building upon QRI's numerical and quantitative reasoning skills, this course will focus on quantitative research methods and related skills, including elements of statistical analysis and their applications to business and social sciences. Students will be able to identify, understand, and critique primary and secondary research in industry, scholarly, government, and other specialized applications. They will also gain strong familiarity with the use of large data sets. Pre-requisite: LMTH 1950 Quantitative Reasoning I or placement via the New School Quantitative Reasoning Assessment Test. Contact flekr@newschool.edu regarding the QR Assessment Test