This course is the second of two courses which focuses on the application of research methods in governance. The course specifically focuses on data collection techniques as well as analyzing qualitative, quantitative and mixed-methods data for governance. It is designed for students who will be working with local and international political stakeholders as well as those doing public policy related work. Students will learn how to collect and analyze different forms of data through the use of various methods, tools and techniques. This course cultivates students' analytical abilities and develops their statistical reasoning while offering students an introduction to the key empirical methods required for collecting, and analyzing data used to undertake project, programmes, or initiatives in governance. In an effort to demonstrate the data collection methods and data analysis processes as well as linking these methods and processes to ongoing governance related debates, students will conduct hands-on research data analysis procedures geared towards giving them a better understanding of doing governance related research. They will be able to appreciate and understand the pivotal role of descriptive and inferential statistics as well as qualitative data and associated analytical tools. The topics that will be covered include:
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