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Primary Research and GDPR Compliance

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Primary Research and GDPR Compliance

This course is part of Conjoint to Cluster: Survey Design and Segmentation Specialization

Instructor: LearningMate

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2 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Beginner level

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2 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

2 modules

Gain insight into a topic and learn the fundamentals.

Beginner level

Recommended experience

2 hours to complete

Flexible schedule

Learn at your own pace

What you'll learn

Learners will outline the primary research process and apply GDPR-compliant consent procedures for ethical data collection.

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There are 2 modules in this course

This course is for anyone looking to build foundational skills in conducting professional, ethical, and effective primary research. In today’s data-driven world, knowing how to gather original insights is a critical capability, but it must be done correctly and responsibly. This course provides a clear, actionable framework for success.

You will begin by mastering the five essential stages of the primary research process—from defining a clear research problem to analyzing and reporting your findings. You will then focus on one of the most critical aspects of modern data collection: legal and ethical compliance. You will learn the core principles of the General Data Protection Regulation (GDPR) and gain hands-on experience applying a standardized consent form to ensure your data capture methods are transparent, ethical, and legally sound, particularly when engaging with EU respondents. Through real-world case studies from market leaders like Procter & Gamble and cautionary tales like Coca-Cola's "New Coke" failure, this course bridges theory and practice. You'll complete practical exercises, including designing research outlines and building compliant consent flows, equipping you with the confidence and tools to conduct primary research that drives informed business decisions while building trust with your audience.

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This module introduces the foundational five-stage framework that underpins all successful primary research. Learners will explore why a structured process is crucial for avoiding costly errors and how to define, design, and plan a research project. Through case studies and hands-on activities, you will learn to sequence the research stages correctly and understand the purpose of each, setting a reliable foundation for gathering powerful insights.

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2 videos2 readings2 assignments

2 videosTotal 12 minutes

The Five Stages of Primary Research6 minutes
From Blueprint to Plan: A Walkthrough6 minutes

2 readingsTotal 14 minutes

Anatomy of a Failure: The "New Coke" Story7 minutes
The Research Plan Blueprint7 minutes

2 assignmentsTotal 20 minutes

Hands-On Learning: Structuring a Flawed Research Plan15 minutes
Knowledge Check: Understanding the Research Framework Quiz5 minutes

This module focuses on the critical responsibility of collecting data ethically and legally. Learners will dive into the core principles of GDPR and learn how to translate them into practice. You will work with a standardized consent template, populate it for a specific research scenario, and understand how to integrate it into a data collection tool like SurveyMonkey, ensuring that you can build trust and maintain compliance in any research project.