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ABS Training: Basic Survey Design
 


OverviewThe aim of this course is to give a broad overview of all facets of survey development. The course covers developing survey objectives, advantages and disadvantages of various collection methodologies, questionnaire development, data processing and reporting of results.

FormatWorkshop


Duration2 days


Who should attendPeople who will be involved in conducting a sample survey, or people who would like to gain a broad understanding of the issues associated with the survey process.


Course Outcomes
  • Ability to formulate survey objectives and prepare project briefs
  • Appreciation of issues and limitations associated with survey management and design
  • Identification of appropriate survey techniques for data collection
  • Understanding of the entire survey process


Course contents
  • Planning considerations
  • Samples and censuses
  • Data collection methods
  • Frames and population
  • Errors in statistical data
  • Sample design


Cost$750 (inc. GST)


When is this course run?For scheduled training courses see the ABS Training Calendar. We can also run the course in your organisation if you have sufficient numbers.


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Further information & registrationsPlease get in touch with the ABS Training Contact in your State/Territory.


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