As a seasoned qualitative research consultant with over a decade of experience, I’ve led and reviewed dozens of studies across Africa and beyond. I created this masterclass to fill a crucial gap: many professionals have the passion for research, but lack the structured training needed to conduct high-quality qualitative studies. This isn’t just another course. It’s an intensive, hands-on learning experience built on field-tested insights, best practices, and a track record of mentoring over 300 researchers across 6 African countries.

What You’ll Learn

The Qualitative Methods Masterclass is structured into five core modules, each designed to equip you with essential skills for conducting, analyzing, and reporting impactful qualitative studies.

Module 1: Designing High-Quality Qualitative Studies

• How to develop a clear purpose statement and study rationale
• Crafting strong research questions and objectives
• Participant selection and method justification
• Designing effective interview guides

Module 2: Interview Techniques That Deliver

• Best practices for IDIs, KIIs, FGDs, and observations
• Field management and ethics during data collection
• Pre-testing tools and adjusting for quality

Module 3: Transcription & Translation

• Choosing the right transcription style
• Managing common transcription errors
• Practical tips for high-quality translations

Module 4: Coding & Analysis

• Developing a codebook and thematic framework
• Manual vs. software-based coding (including Atlas.ti)
• Making sense of your data: step-by-step analysis

Module 5: Reporting Your Findings

• Writing compelling qualitative reports
• Descriptive, analytical, and inverted pyramid reporting styles
• Using Excel to organize and synthesize findings

Who Is This Masterclass For?

This masterclass is ideal for:

• University students and young researchers
• Consultants conducting or supervising qualitative research
• Public health and social development professionals
• NGO staff and M&E teams
• Anyone aiming to strengthen their qualitative research skills

What Makes This Masterclass Unique?

• Expert Instruction: Delivered by Dr. Catherine Kahabuka, a leading qualitative methods expert.
• Practical Approach: We blend theory with real-world application—equipping you with ready-to-use tools, scripts, and templates.
• Flexible Learning: Offered in both live and self-paced formats—online and in-person (by request).

How to Register

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Join hundreds of professionals across Africa who are mastering qualitative research—one module at a time.

Let’s build excellence in research, together.