Quantitative Research Methods aims to develop students’ skills in identifying a research question, then finding, analyzing, and presenting quantitative information in support of an argument or project. Building upon QR1’s numerical and quantitative skills, this course will focus on quantitative research methods and skills, including elements of statistical analysis and their application to business and social sciences. Students will develop an ability to identify, understand, and critique primary and secondary research in industry, scholarly, government, and other specialized publications; they will also gain familiarity with the use of large data sets.

Quantitative Research Methods aims to develop students’ skills in identifying a research question, then finding, analyzing, and presenting quantitative information in support of an argument or project. Building upon QR1’s numerical and quantitative skills, this course will focus on quantitative research methods and skills, including elements of statistical analysis and their application to business and social sciences. Students will develop an ability to identify, understand, and critique primary and secondary research in industry, scholarly, government, and other specialized publications; they will also gain familiarity with the use of large data sets.