Quantitative Research Methods (5 cr)

Evaluation scale

0-5

Content scheduling

The students progress in their own schedule.

Objective

On completion of the course, the student knows how a company can use quantitative research in order to develop its operations, and is able to design and implement a quantitative research, interpret the research results, and evaluate the reliability of the research.

Content

This is a Moodle online course, supported by own videos, which students can complete relatively independently (and thus, can join with various professional backgrounds). The pedagogy is based on the flipped classroom method where all study materials and tasks are available in the learning environment. The teacher will be available online several times during the course for discussion and students’ questions. • Quantitative research process • Basic concepts of quantitative research • Selecting samples • Collecting data using questionnaires • Preparation of the research data • Data analysis: descriptive and inferential statistics • Statistical testing Assignments outline: students complete the course by solving problems; no exams. Moodle automatically evaluates the answers.

Location and time

The course is a non-stop online course. You can do it independently and at your own pace in Moodle learning environment. However, it's important to allocate sufficient time for independent study. For a 5-credit course, the estimated workload is 135 hours. Course credits are recorded in the study register only 3.11. - 9.11.2025 and 19. - 25.1.2026. To enhance learning, there is a virtual Q&A session once a month where the teacher is available. Any topic related to the course can be discussed there. Participation in virtual Q&A sessions is not compulsory.

Materials

Teacher materials in Moodle learning environment.

Teaching methods

Course level: For Master´s students only Independent studying Assignments Exam in an electronic exam system. Prerequisite for the course: Completed university degree.

Employer connections

N/A

Exam schedules

The exam can be taken at the end of October or the beginning of January, with exact dates to be announced later. Students can register for the exam once they achieve at least 50% of the maximum score on each set of assignments. The student can take the exam a maximum of three times (the actual exam and two retakes).

International connections

N/A

Completion alternatives

N/A

Student workload

Total 135 hours which includes independent study, solving problems, taking the exam, and participating in voluntary Q&A sessions.

Qualifications

Completed higher education degree (Bachelor level)