Research Consulting Services | Qualitas Research

Social research explores, describes, explains and predicts, to understand human behaviour, individuals and societies, and the relationships between variables.

Research Consulting in Vancouver

Research services

We provide research and consulting to provincial and local government, public sector organisations and non-profit agencies. Our bespoke research services are tailored to the requirements of a project. We are flexible in our approach and can tailor a project to your individual needs and budget.

Full Service Research Firm

We are a full service research company with expertise in qualitative and quantitative methodologies. While most of our work entails the completion of research projects from start to finish, we can also undertake specific tasks for clients such as data analysis, questionnaire design and literature reviews. We also contribute to research managed by other organisations including universities and research agencies.

Methods

We routinely use a range of approaches, methods and techniques for the collection and analysis of qualitative and quantitative data. We are able to provide remote research services, including interviews, focus groups, and surveys, using online platforms.

Survey methods (online, email, mobile, paper)
In-depth and semi-structured interviews
Focus groups and small group interviews
Observation (participant and non-participant, structured or unstructured)
Creative methods (use of photography, art, creative writing)
Internet research (web and social media)
Desk research (literature reviews, document analysis)
Mixed methods - much of our work combines methods and approaches

Data Analysis

We use various analytical approaches and techniques, according to the requirements of an individual project.

Quantitative analysis – statistical analysis of primary or secondary data
Content/text analysis of open ended survey items.
Qualitative analysis – thematic, framework, grounded theory, etc.
Data visualization – using Excel, SPSS, and other software.

Computer Software

We use SPSS, MS Excel and Access for data analysis. We also use NVivo for the analysis of qualitative data. We use a variety of online survey software. We are able to conduct qualitative research online using platforms such as Zoom and Skype.

Research consultants

Our research consultants are educated to postgraduate level and are trained and experienced in quantitative and qualitative research methods.

Remote Research & Consulting Services

We are fully set up to provide remote research and evaluation services to organizations in Canada. We connect with research partners and participants using Zoom, Skype, phone, email, and other software, to facilitate remote interviews, group discussions and focus groups. Other remote services include conducting online surveys, data analysis, and desk research. All research and evaluation activities are currently conducted remotely.

Find out more about research consulting services

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