Workshop on Research Methodology in Economics for Semester V Students

On October 4, 2024, the Research Cell of Loreto College, Kolkata, in collaboration with the Department of Economics, organised a workshop on Research Methodology for Semester V students of Economics. The aim of the workshop was to provide an introductory understanding of the essential tools and techniques required for “effective” research in both academic and professional contexts. The resource person was Dr. Suparna Gangopadhyay, Associate Professor, Department of Economics, Surendranath College for Women.

The workshop covered a wide range of topics pertaining to the framework of research, including research proposal development, literature review and bibliographic citations, data collection techniques (both qualitative and quantitative methods), statistical tools and software packages, and anti-plagiarism measures. The articulate exposition of the topics by the resource person, with examples from real practices, helped the students understand the intricacies of research design and enabled them to chart their future course of study.

The interactive session at the end allowed the students to share their reflections on what they had learned and to clarify their respective doubts. The overall learning outcome of the workshop was highly positive. It was an enriching experience for the students, not only for the primary ideas that it imparted but also for the practical tools that it provided for application in their future endeavours.