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Micro-credential certification in Advanced Quantitative Research Methods PG8014 (MSc (IT)) **

Overview: 

This course discusses the principles and techniques appropriate to advanced quantitative research in business, education, computer science and information technology, engineering and natural sciences. This course aims to prepare postgraduate students to design,  implement,  write out and present quantitative research findings in their study areas to solve real-life problems. Students will acquire further knowledge of the quantitative research process, methods, techniques and methodology concerned with their research areas. This course also aims to prepare students to select and employ appropriate analytical procedures for examining the quantitative data collected to draw relevant interpretations and conclusions of the research findings obtained from the student's field of study.  

Note: Subject relates to Master of Science (Information Technology) by Research

** indicates that these programmes will be offered soon

Programme Fee

Awarding Body: 

This programme is designed, delivered, assessed and awarded by SEGi University through the Africa Open Learning Platform. 

Endorsement & Recognition: 


This programme is recognized and endorsed by the Seychelles Qualifications Authority (SQA), established under the Seychelles Qualifications Authority Act of 2005. 

Discipline: 
Technology & Innovation
Entry Requirements: 

Programming Skills - Yes
Age Experience - 19 Years Above 
Language Proficiency - Yes 
Numeracy Proficiency - Yes 
Digital Skills - Yes
Pre-requisites - No

Contents: 
  1. Introduction to Research
  2. Context of Research
  3. Research Using Quantitative Approaches
  4. Reviewing the Literature
  5. Identifying Research Problem
  6. Theory in Research
  7. What is Research Design?
  8. Experimental Research
  9. Analysing Data with SPSS Software
  10. Other Relevant Statistical Analysis
  11. Preparing Research Proposal
  12. Issues in Advanced Quantitative Research Methods
Assessments: 

Assignment - 100%

Credit Transfer: 
Upon successful completion of this micro-credential in Advanced Quantitative Research Methods PG8014, students will be able to transfer grades and credits into the following programme(s):
  1. Master of Science (Information Technology) by Research
Continuing Education: 
Upon successful completion of this Master of Science (Information Technology) by Research programme and meeting the necessary entry requirements, students will be able to progress into the following programme(s):
  1. Doctor of Philosophy (Information Technology) by Research
Career Opportunities: 
  • IT Consultants
  • IT Managers
  • e-Business Consultants 
  • Information Systems Strategic Managers
  • Business Development Managers
  • Project Managers