This course is designed to enhance participants' knowledge of qualitative research methods. In this course, participants will refine a research topic, select and develop an appropriate theoretical foundation for the study of this topic and explain the research methods that can be used to study this topic, as well as the rationale for selecting these methods. Finally, participants will enhance their knowledge and skills regarding data analysis and representation of information. This course is only applicable to the TAMU Collaborative Ph.D. Program. Prerequisite: Approval by TAMIU doctoral program advisor.