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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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Finding the Story in the Data

Virtual training course

Take information and find key messages through taught material and 'hands on' learning.

Feb
24
2026

Tuesday
09:15–16:45

Moderating Masterclass for Beginners

Virtual training course

Learn basic theory and practice moderating in a safe environment, with supportive feedback and coaching.

Feb
24
2026

Tuesday
09:00–17:00

1/2

Feb
26
2026

Thursday
13:30–17:00

2/2

Introduction to Advanced Statistical Techniques

Virtual training course

Understand the how and when advanced statistical techniques are used and understand which business questions they address.

Feb
25
2026

Wednesday
09:20–16:30

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