Survey Design and Data Collection Methods
Good analysis begins with good data collection. This course covers how to design surveys and collection tools that produce reliable, unbiased data, and how to gather it ethically and efficiently.
Course outline
What this programme covers, module by module.
- 01Defining clear objectives before collecting any data
- 02Writing survey questions that avoid leading and bias
- 03Choosing appropriate sampling approaches and sample size
- 04Selecting suitable collection methods and tools
- 05Managing data quality throughout the collection process
- 06Handling respondent data ethically and confidentially
- 07Piloting a survey to catch problems before full rollout
What you will gain
- Define clear objectives for data collection
- Write survey questions that avoid bias
- Choose appropriate sampling approaches
- Select suitable collection methods and tools
- Manage data quality during collection
- Handle respondent data ethically
Who should attend
- Research and evaluation staff
- Monitoring and planning personnel
- Analysts designing surveys
- Anyone collecting primary data
Upcoming sessions
| Date | City | Duration | Fees | Book |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 2 to 4 Nov 2026 | Cape Town | 3 Days | R13,000 | |
| 16 to 18 Nov 2026 | Johannesburg | 3 Days | R13,000 | |
| 24 to 26 Nov 2026 | London | 3 Days | US$1,500 | |
| 11 to 13 Jan 2027 | Dubai | 3 Days | US$1,500 | |
| 1 to 3 Feb 2027 | Pretoria | 3 Days | R13,000 | |
| 12 to 14 Apr 2027 | Durban | 3 Days | R13,000 | |
| 28 to 30 Jun 2027 | Cape Town | 3 Days | R13,000 |
Fees are per delegate and exclude VAT. Public intakes are confirmed once minimum numbers are met. We also deliver this course on your own schedule, in-house or live online.
Enquire about this course
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- R13,000 per delegate
- Duration
- 3 Days
- Field
- Data & Analytics
- Formats
- In-house, public, online
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