Introduction Survey data analysis is vital for extracting reliable insights in research, business, and policy-making. The Successful Modern Methods to the Analysis of Survey Data provides a focused, intensive exploration of contemporary techniques to handle, analyze, and interpret survey data effectively. This seminar addresses key challenges like bias, large datasets, and ethical considerations, using practical tools and real-world examples. Tailored for busy professionals in fast-paced environments, it emphasizes quick wins and actionable strategies to apply immediately in fields such as market research, public opinion polling, or social impact assessments.

Course Content

 Survey Fundamentals and Modern Design

• Overview of survey types, sampling techniques and common pitfalls like non-response bias.
• Modern tools for collection

Data Preparation and Cleaning

·         Importing and structuring data in Excel

·         Techniques for handling missing values, outliers, and weighting for representativeness.

 Descriptive and Inferential Analysis

·         Descriptive stats: Summaries, distributions, and visualizations

Reporting, Ethics, and Action Planning Effective reporting:

·         Dashboards, storytelling, and stakeholder communication.

• Wrap-up workshop: Develop a personal action plan for applying methods to a real-world survey project.
• Q&A and networking.

Target Audience

• Researchers, data analysts, marketers, statisticians, and professionals in sociology, economics, or public health with basic statistical familiarity.
• Ideal for mid-level practitioners or decision-makers in dynamic sectors, where surveys drive consumer insights, electoral strategies, or development projects, but time for in-depth training is limited.

Conclusion

As we wrap up this intensive seminar on Successful Modern Methods to the Analysis of Survey Data, take pride in the practical toolkit you've acquired to elevate your survey work from basic processing to insightful mastery. In just a few hours, you've bridged theory and application, learning to navigate data challenges with modern efficiency and ethical integrity. Remember,successful analysis hinges on clean data, robust methods, and clear interpretation—skills that will empower you to influence decisions in Nigeria's vibrant sectors, from business intelligence to social research.

Accommodation:

This course is non-residential. Participants are to lodge in hotels of their choice near the Training centre. A list of these Hotels will be provided on request