This course is a core research design course in the Sociology graduate program. The primary objectives are to: (a) help you understand the process of social science research and (b) build your skills to develop an original research project in sociology or related social science disciplines. The course is organized around "sociology in action", covering such topics as developing effective research questions, selecting appropriate research methods and theoretical framing, writing and revising a proposal, acquiring an IRB approval for your research, and developing and managing your research budget and time.

This course is a core research design course in the Sociology graduate program. The primary objectives are to: (a) help you understand the process of social science research and (b) build your skills to develop an original research project in sociology or related social science disciplines. The course is organized around "sociology in action", covering such topics as developing effective research questions, selecting appropriate research methods and theoretical framing, writing and revising a proposal, acquiring an IRB approval for your research, and developing and managing your research budget and time.