- CIRS Track 1
[4 Modules] 1 Exam - Certified Internet Research Specialist (CIRS)
- CIRS Track 2
[4 Module] 4 Exams - Networks & Search Engine Technology (CIRS Exam Module 1)
- Research Methods & Online Research (CIRS Exam Module 2)
- Business of Online Research (CIRS Exam Module 3)
- Internet Law & Ethics (CIRS Exam Module 4)
Certificate of Proficiency in Business of Online Research (COP)
The Business of Research is an important module for those Research Professionals that are interested in setting up their independent research services practice as Independent Research Specialists. The main objective of this module is to provide a basic understanding of how to set-up an Independent Research Services Business and how to effectively manage small business operations? The topics are intended to familiarize students with essential elements of business management that provide valuable insight into SMB (Small to Medium Size Business) operational issues, along with the business risks attached and both the advantages and disadvantages of working independently.
This course also includes topics that explain several steps required from the time client research proposal is drafted and later how it gets executed and ultimately delivered to the client. Other aspects of business operations such as Accounting, Billing, Project Pricing and Projects Costing are also included in this course. Read detailed course outline below.
Examination Syllabus - Detailed Topics
By earning this certification, you will be able to learn:
- What is Research Work?
- What is Internet Research?
- Purpose of Professional Research
- Skill Requirements of a Modern-day Internet Researchers
- Internet Researcher Skills
- Soft Skills
- Technical Skills
- Data Collection, Data Analysis, and Analytics
- Computer Skills and Online Research Skills
- Internet Research Skills in the Information Market
- Business and Industry Specific Research (Non-Academic)
- Information and Data Requirements for Internal and External Reporting
- Job descriptions, job responsibilities and business reports
- Business Reports and Information Reporting
- List of Typical Research and Analysis Reports in Businesses and Industry
- Business Feasibility
- Investment Feasibility (Financial Feasibility)
- Market and Marketing Feasibility
- SWOT Analysis
- List of Typical Research and Analysis Reports in Businesses and Industry
- Business Management Reports (Internal Data and External Data)
- Management Reports used in Businesses – Summary Chart
- Business Management Reports Categorized
- Formal and Informal Reports
- Internal or External Reports
- Informational or Analytical Reports
- Business Management Reports Categorized
- Popular Research Areas in Businesses
- Business Competitive Intelligence
- Company Research
- Accounting and Financial Research
- Market and Industry Research
- Investigative Research
- Legal Research
- Technology Research
- Industry and Businesses Need for Research & Data
- Business and Industry Specific Research (Non-Academic)
- Research as a Services Business
- Professional Research Industry
- Forrester Research
- IDC Research
- Northern light
- Global Outsourcing
- Professional Research Industry
- Large Corporate Enterprise & Small to Medium Size Businesses (SMB’s)
- Academic Research
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- The Art Disciplines
- The Science Disciplines
- The Discipline of Philosophy
- The Discipline of History
- The Disciplines of Humanities
- Scientific Research
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Price
Member: 20% off
Non-member: USD $49.95
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Exam Details
30 Q&A
30 Min. Duration
Price $25
Internet Research Specialist
Certification
Program Syllabus
Benefits of CIRS™ Certification
Our flagship certification, CIRS™ (Certified Internet Research Specialist), is by far the only professional credential that meets this challenge.
Professional Credibility
An undertaking by the CIRS qualified research specialists ties you to abide by the Association's “Professional Code of Conduct” that gives its practitioners a higher level of credibility in their industry of research.
Industry Validation
Professional Certification in Internet Research is the most comprehensive study program recognized in the Online Research Industry. A CIRS Certification demonstrates your extraordinary skills and expertise in conducting a web search.
Career Outlook
The future of the certified Internet Research Specialist (CIRS) is a bright one. Find out if getting your CIRS Certification is the right choice for you.
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