Post Graduate Certificate in Research Methodology (PGCRSM)

The aim of this course is to impart research skills to the beginners and help to improve the quality of research by the existing researchers. It also encompasses the understanding and application of appropriate research design, statistics, and the use of the computer for data analyses, report writing and presentation. The course also introduces the key conceptual issues of each research method, as well as giving practical guidance. It covers the series of research methodology contents: from problem formulation, to design, to data collection, analysis, reporting and dissemination. The course has the dual aims of equipping students with conceptual understandings of current academic debates regarding different methods, and the practical skills to put those methods into practice.

This certificate course will provide students with:

Duration of the Course – Minimum: 6 months, Maximum: 2 years.

Conduct of Classes – Weekend for 4 hours (preferably on Sundays)

Total Counselling Sessions – 16 hrs, Study Hours – 480 hours.

Evaluation – Based on Assignments, Project Work and Term end Examinations

Target Group: Students pursuing Post-Graduation courses in any discipline and research scholars and other teaching professionals can join to enhance knowledge on research methods and methodology

Eligibility Criteria: Minimum Qualification - +3 pass

Pedagogy:  The Course shall be taught with Self Learning Materials, e-learning materials, OERs, Project Assignments.

RSM-01 : Foundations of Research

RSM-02 : Qualitative and Quantitative Research

RSM-03 : Use of ICTs in Research

RSM-04 : Project Work.