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APPLIED QUALITATIVE METHODS FOR SOCIAL SCIENCE

SOC 631
Course Description

Introduction to qualitative research methods most commonly used by practitioners in business, marketing and communications, healthcare, education, government, social service organizations, and think tanks. Produce high-quality data using open-ended survey questions, interviews, focus groups, observations and media/content analysis. Techniques for analyzing and presenting qualitative data, including text-based and visual reports.

Prerequisites

Junior standing

Satisfies

This course does not satisfy any prerequisites.

Credits

Not Reported

Offered

Not Reported

Grade Point Average
4

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Completion Rate
100%

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A Rate
100%

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Class Size
10

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Cumulative Grade Distribution

Instructors (2026 Summr)

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