Advanced Quantitative Study Designs and Methods

2 Credits.

The purpose of this course is to build on the foundational knowledge and skills acquired in the course Introduction to Quantitative Research Design and Methods by equipping students with the skills to design and lead the implementation of quantitative research studies. In this course, students will learn advanced quantitative methods content, including the application of causal inference frameworks to guide the design of designing research studies. They will learn innovative experimental study designs, quasi-experimental methods, and study design enhancements to strengthen causal inference in observational studies. Additionally, students will learn to apply quantitative methods through all steps of the research process (including sampling, recruitment, measurement, implementation and evaluation), focusing on how to select the specific study design and methods that are appropriate for the research question and using the strongest possible methods. Additionally, students will be asked to consider the strengths and limitations of alternative methodological strategies based on ethical, practical and equity-oriented considerations and within a nursing lens.