Survey Design and Data Collection Methods
Course overview
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.
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 | |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| 14 to 16 Dec 2026 | Durban | 3 Days | R13,000 | Book |
| 12 to 14 Apr 2027 | Pretoria | 3 Days | R13,000 | Book |
| 9 to 11 Aug 2027 | Cape Town | 3 Days | R13,000 | Book |
Fees are per delegate and exclude VAT. Dates run in the second week of each month. We also deliver this course on your own schedule, in-house or live online.
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