The quality of research output depends on the appropriateness of the methodology applied. Several institutional and academic research works have suffered deficiency in the application of appropriate research methodology.

This course is designed to equip participants with the skills and competencies to select and apply appropriate research methods.

Learning Objectives

At the end of the course, participants will be able to:

• Develop research methodology skills;
• Select appropriate research methods and
• Apply relevant research methods.
• The use of statistical software like SPSS, PYTHON, EVIEW, GRELT and R

Programme Content

• Overview of research Methodology
• Research perspectives
• Definitions and Identification of variables
• Hypothesis formulation and Testing
• Sampling Techniques
• Instrument Design
• Data collection, collation and Analysis
• Establishing validity and reliability
• Citation and referencing
• SPSS, E-View, Great Software, Python

Methodology

Lecture, discussion, syndicate work, and case study. Audio-visual aids will be used to reinforce these learning methods.

Target Audience

Research and development officers, Consultants, Lecturers, Trainers and Managers whose jobs involve supervision and control of research projects.