An Intensive 5-day Training Course
Data Collection Techniques
Avoiding Problems with Incorrect and Biased Data

Course Introduction
The analysis results are only as good as the data we collect. Therefore, using the adequate techniques for collecting the data is the prerequisite for getting the accurate results and predictions.
This Oxford Management Centre training course will help people involved in Data Science and Analytics learn skills and techniques that enable them to adequately collect the data in today’s world which has the abundance of data and also provide them with the tools that will enable them to avoid the mistakes in collecting the data therefore being able to build their analysis on strong foundations.
Objectives
Specifically you will learn to:
- Create a Data Collection Plan
- Determine Adequate Sample Size for the Research
- Identify and Avoid Biases and Common Errors that can be Present in the Data Collected
- Apply Big Data Concepts for Data Mining
- Identify the difference between Primary and Secondary Data
- Use Methods and available Software to Collect the Data in Real Time
Who Should Attend?
All individuals working in the field of Data Science and Data Analytics, which today means basically every professional:
- All Leaders and Professionals
- Management Professionals
- Project Managers
- Financial Managers
- Data Scientists and Analysts
- Plant Managers
- Production Planners
- And Everyone else who wants to learn how to gather high quality data
Course Outline
Day One to Day Five
- Identify the Sources of Data and the Most Adequate Collection Methods
- Learn the Data Lifecycle Stages and the Way to Perform Data Mining
- Recognise the Data Sources of Structured, Semi Structured and Unstructured Data
- Learn How to Determine Adequate Sample Sizes for the Data Collection
- Prepare to Conduct Surveys and Identify the Response Bias in the Survey Results
- Learn the Use of Available Software for Data Collection
- Maintain the Data Quality (completeness, uniqueness, timeliness, validity, accuracy, consistency)
- Store and Manage the Data
- Learn the Modern Algorithms for Unstructured Data Collection
Certificate
On successful completion of this training course, Oxford Management Centre Certificate with eligible Continuing Professional Education credits (CPE) from National Registry of CPE Sponsor will be awarded to the delegates
Accreditation

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Yes, Oxford Management Centre is accredited by the following professional bodies;
National Association of State Board of Accountancy (NASBA)
The Oxford Management Centre is registered with NASBA as a sponsor of Continuing Professional Education (CPE) on the National Registry of CPE Sponsors. NASBA have final authority on the acceptance of individual courses for CPE credit.
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Note: Discounts are not applicable with any other special offer that may be available.
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- Online: Select the training course you want to register for, Click the “Book Your Place” button on the course page, complete the form and click submit.
- E-mail: Send your details to [email protected]
We request that all cancellations be made at least one week before the class start date. You may reschedule this class without any penalty. If not, a $250 fee will be charged for cancellations received less than one week before a class begins and for no-shows. Cancellation penalties and any fees incurred by Oxford Management Centre will be deducted from refunds.
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The classroom training fees include course presentation, relevant materials, physical & digital documentation, lunch and refreshments served during entire training. Accommodation and transportation are not included in the training course fees.
While, online training fees cover the course presentation and digital documentation and relevant materials.
The Oxford Management Centre Certificate of Completion with corresponding CPE credits shall be awarded to delegates who has successfully completed the training course.
Payment must be received before the training course commences. You can make payment by bank draft, cash, credit card or wire transfer.
Note: If the payment is not received, Oxford Management Centre has the right to refuse admission.
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- Registration Confirmation
- Invoice/Receipt (where appropriate)
If you register online you will receive an e-mail within 24 hours confirming your registration.