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Research and insight is vital in influencing strategic business and policy decisions. It is a key element of the Professional Development Framework and looks to widen skills, from basic research principles to developing as leaders informing strategic change and delivering actionable research, insight and intelligence.

Knowledge, Skills and Attitudes

1. Provide actionable recommendations to inform strategic business decisions based upon quality research and insight

2. Evaluate behaviour change from marketing communication exercises

3. Evaluate and select appropriate research solutions for given research contexts

4. Undertake competitor analysis and provide intelligence

5. Manage elements of marketing communication and/or research and insight process

6. Understand, use and application of insight within an organisation for business success

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Creating Compelling Insight Stories

Virtual training course

Create stories that showcase the brilliance of your insights and result in highly engaged audiences.

Feb
03
2026

Tuesday
13:30–15:30

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Feb
10
2026

Tuesday
13:30–15:30

2/2

AI Essentials for Market Research: From Basics to Practical Application

Virtual training course

Unlock the power of AI and discover how it can transform your market research with practical, easy-to-use tools.

Feb
04
2026

Wednesday
09:30–16:00

MRS Research Policy and Standards - Quarterly Webinar

Webinar

Series 7, Episode 1 - Compiled and presented by the MRS Standards and Policy team - the experts behind Codeline, MRS’ email advice service for information on the Code of Conduct, GDPR, regulations and guidelines. Helping you to stay up-to-date with the latest regulations, guidance and policy developments, as well as within the rules.

Feb
09
2026

Monday
11:00–13:00

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