Professional Research and Analytical Skills for Organisational Decision Making

Day 1 Introduction to Research and Analysis

• Understanding the role of research in organisations
• Types of research and analysis
• Defining research objectives and questions
• Common challenges in organisational research

Day 2 Research Planning and Design

• Structuring a research approach
• Selecting appropriate research methods
• Defining scope, timelines, and resources
• Managing quality and ethics in research

Day 3 Information Sources and Data Collection

• Identifying primary and secondary sources
• Assessing credibility and relevance of information
• Collecting qualitative and quantitative data
• Managing data accuracy and reliability

Day 4 Organising and Preparing Data

• Structuring data for analysis
• Cleaning and validating information
• Managing large volumes of data
• Preparing data for interpretation

Day 5 Analytical Thinking Skills

• Developing analytical and critical thinking
• Identifying patterns and relationships
• Comparing options and alternatives
• Avoiding bias in analysis

Day 6 Quantitative Analysis Fundamentals

• Understanding numerical data
• Analysing trends and variations
• Using simple analytical techniques
• Interpreting quantitative results

Day 7 Qualitative Analysis Fundamentals

• Analysing non numerical information
• Identifying themes and insights
• Interpreting opinions and perspectives
• Balancing qualitative and quantitative findings

Day 8 Drawing Conclusions and Insights

• Synthesising research findings
• Identifying key messages
• Testing conclusions against evidence
• Developing practical recommendations

Day 9 Presenting Research and Analysis

• Structuring reports and briefings
• Presenting information clearly and logically
• Using visuals to support understanding
• Communicating findings to different audiences

Day 10 Applying Research to Decision Making

• Linking research to organisational decisions
• Supporting strategy and planning activities
• Reviewing research impact and effectiveness
• Strengthening ongoing research capability