Level 7 Certificate in Research Methods

Level 7 Certificate in Research Methods is an international recognised qualification, accredited by Ofqual and awarded by OTHM to deal with principles of research including formulations of research questions, hypothesis and objectives. The course will cover literature reviews, referencing, data collection using interviews and surveys, questionnaire design, data analysis and conclusions from the analysed data.

Certificate in Research Methods qualification is to develop learners’ ability to prepare for various types of academically based research through the development and design of a research proposal.

Overall learning objectives of this course are,

• A critical understanding of the different assumptions underlying research into the social sciences and the nature and status of research methodology,
• An overview of the different debates and issues underlying the research process and how this relates to the specific methods they may select to conduct a study
• Critically review the collection, presentation and analysis of data to complete a research project.
• Appreciate the quality issues associated with data handling

Learners will develop a critical understanding of the philosophical, practical and ethical concepts of research within the context of any environment.

Level 7 Certificate in Research Methods has only 1 unit to be completed in three months

• Research Methods (20 credits)

Every unit included in this qualification undergoes a thorough assessment process conducted by a dedicated Assessment Team at the Cambridge Management and Leadership School. This team is responsible for evaluating the performance and understanding of each candidate. To ensure the highest standards of quality and reliability, these assessments are further subjected to a quality assurance review by certified Quality Assurers and are validated by the relevant Awarding body, guaranteeing that the qualifications awarded meet rigorous academic and professional criteria.

This qualification is assessed with the development of the master’s level research proposal. 

For entry onto the OTHM Level 7 Certificate in Research Methods qualification, learners must possess:

• An honours degree or UK level 6 diploma or an equivalent overseas qualification.
• Mature learners with management experience.
• Learners must be 21 years old or older at the beginning of the course.

English requirements: If a learner is not from a majority English-speaking country, they must provide evidence of English language competency.