Thandiwe Banda
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With her passion for education policy and quality, Thandiwe is committed to advancing rigorous research and social innovation. It is with honor that the Leaders of Africa Institute confers this Official Certificate.
Research Methods Program 2024

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Issue date: May 29, 2025

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Leaders of Africa Institute

The Leaders of Africa Institute advances rigorous research, data science, technology development, and social innovation.

Type

Achievement

Level

Professional

Duration

1 years

Description

The Research Methods Program offers advanced mastery of cutting-edge approaches, tools, and techniques in research methods, including qualitative and quantitative data gathering and analysis. During the program, Research Scholars craft an innovative research Capstone Project that advances original and insightful research and translates the research into social impact. The Research Methods Program is the flagship program at the Leaders of Africa Institute. The Official Certificate recognizes the full completion of the flagship Research Methods Program at the Leaders of Africa Institute.

Skills

Data Science

Design Thinking

Policy Development

Policy Analysis

Program Evaluation

Quantitative Research

Qualitative Research

Qualitative Data Analysis

Quantitative Data Analysis

Research

Social Research

Research Design

Mixed Methods Research

Social Innovation

Earning Criteria

Assignment

Official Certificate holders have demonstrated advanced abilities to: (1) craft research questions and framing research, (2) design mixed-methods research using qualitative fieldwork methods and quantitative frameworks, (3) apply case study and observation selection techniques, (4) conduct data analysis in quantitative and qualitative software, (5) create rigorous surveys, (6) communicate research for specialized and public audiences, and (7) translate research into social innovation.

Assignment

The Official Certificate signifies the successful completion of a Capstone Project that showcases the Research Scholar's ability to advance original and insightful research and translate that research into meaningful social impact. This includes demonstrating methodological rigor, innovative thinking, and a clear connection between research findings and real-world applications, whether through policy influence, community engagement, or evidence-based solutions.

Participation

The Official Certificate recognizes full participation in the flagship Research Methods Program at the Leaders of Africa Institute.